Christmas in Odessa is a self-guided walking tour of private homes and public buildings, many dating from the 18th and 19th centuries, decorated for the holidays. The tour will take place on December 7, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. In addition to the house tour, we have many special events, which are included in the ticket price. This event is held rain or shine.
December 7, 2024
Schedule of Events
This event is held rain or shine.
9:30am:
Tour Tickets are on sale
Same-day tour tickets are on sale at the Old Academy Building located at 4th & Main Streets and at the Historic Odessa Foundation’s Visitor Center located at 201 Main Street.
Click the Buy Tickets button above to purchase tickets in advance.
Fresh Greens Sale-
Located at the Fieldstone Stable
202 Main Street from 9:30 to 4pm
Wreaths and fresh greens including white pine, magnolia, boxwood and holly will be for sale at the barn behind the Wilson Warner House at 202 Main Street. Greens sale is open to the public.
10am-5pm:
*(tickets required)
*Tour of Private Homes & Public Buildings
Santa, Mrs. Claus and Santa’s Elf in the Ball House- Visit the Ball House located behind the Davis Store at 207 Main Street and take your own photos.
Tea & Cookies by The Women’s Club of Odessa
Served from 11:00am to 3:00pm at the Historic Odessa Foundation’s Visitor Center located at 201 Main Street.
Christmas Concerts: St. Paul’s Church 406 Main Street.
Performed at St. Paul’s Church at 406 Main Street and open to the public.
11:00- MOT Male Choir
12:00- Bell Ringers Concert
12:15- Chancel Choir
12:30- St. Paul’s Choir performs a “Christmas Sing Along.”
1:00- God’s Power & Light
5:30pm:
Odessa Tree Lighting Ceremony
Lawn of the Old Academy located at 4th & Main Streets
ADVANCE TICKET SALES
Advance tickets are $25.00 and children ages 6-12 are $5.00. If ordering by mail, send a SASE with either a personal check or money order. We cannot accept credit cards by mail. Make checks payable to The Women's Club of Odessa. We will send tickets for all requests received by November 15th. Checks received after November 15th will be returned. Our mailing address is:
Christmas In Odessa Tickets
The Women's Club of Odessa
P.O. Box 254
Odessa, Delaware 19730
Tickets may also be purchased in advance at the Historic Odessa Foundation Visitors Center Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Sunday, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Tickets go on sale November 1.
Tour Prices
Tickets are $25.00 in advance and $30.00 if purchased on the day of the tour. Children ages 6 to 12 are $5.00, and children under 6 years old are free.
60th ANNIVERSARY CHRISTMAS IN ODESSA Coffee Table Book
The Women’s Club of Odessa has created an anniversary book celebrating Christmas in Odessa over the last 60 years.
This book is filled with photos and written history of their award-winning fundraiser that has provided over $300,000 in scholarships for more than 200 students since it’s beginning.
As you turn the pages through time in this book, you can enjoy seeing festive holiday decorations, time-honored family traditions, and seasonal activities that you can recreate in your own home to delight your family and friends.
On Sale this Fall for $50
A hardcover book with 60 full-color pages
Limited quantities will be available December 7, 2024 at the Historic Odessa Foundation’s Visitor Center at 201 Main Street.
Christmas in Odessa: History
The first Christmas in Odessa was born 60 years ago as a fundraiser for The Women's Club of Odessa. Our purpose was to fund higher education scholarships for local high school seniors, who live in the Appoquinimink School District. With the help and cooperation of Odessa homeowners, we have provided over $300,000 in scholarships to over 200 students. Additionally, we have been able to contribute to many worthwhile community organizations and projects. We are proud to make these contributions to our community, and we are fortunate to have the encouragement of the many fine people who have supported us through the years.
