Hernando Dickens of a Christmas

05/27/2026

Have you heard? We're up for Best Holiday Attraction as part of Mississippi Magazine's Best of Mississippi Travel Awards! Be sure to cast your vote before June 15.

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05/22/2026

Hernando Dickens of a Christmas is up for Best Holiday Attraction as part of Mississippi Magazine's Best of Mississippi Travel Awards! Voting ends on June 15, so make sure you cast your vote before the deadline.

Vote here ➡️ https://mismag.com/best-of-mississippi-travel/ #/gallery?group=541103

05/18/2026

Vendor applications are now open for Hernando Dickens of a Christmas!

Join us on the Historic Hernando Square as we transform downtown into a festive Victorian holiday village filled with shopping, entertainment, holiday traditions, and thousands of visitors from across the region.

We’re looking for artisans, makers, specialty foods, holiday gifts, seasonal décor, and unique vendors to help make this year’s event magical.

Before applying, please carefully review all vendor guidelines and requirements. Application fees are non-refundable.

Apply online today:
https://www.managemymarket.com/Vendorsv2/MarketApp2.aspx?apply=1&marketID=8326

04/01/2026

Nominations are open for the Best of Mississippi Travel and we would be honored for you to nominate Hernando Dickens of a Christmas as your favorite Holiday Attraction!

Nominations are open! Be sure to check out all the local attractions in Hernando and Desoto County !
https://mismag.com/best-of-mississippi-travel

12/15/2025

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Arts Supporters!

The City of Hernando is incredibly grateful to the Mississippi Arts Commission and the National Endowment for the Arts for awarding a grant to support the arts at our Dickens of a Christmas celebration.

Because of their generous support, we are able to expand artistic offerings across many disciplines at our holiday event—engaging visitors, sparking new interest in the arts, and providing artisans a meaningful outlet to showcase their skills, crafts, and creativity.

This investment helps make Dickens of a Christmas an even more vibrant, inspiring, and memorable experience for our community and visitors. Thank you for believing in the power of the arts and their impact on our city! ❤️🎨🎭

12/10/2025

12/05/2025

Thank you, thank you, thank you to our 2025 Dickens of a Christmas sponsors! This beloved annual event would not be possible without your generosity - we are so very grateful.❤️

We had a fantastic event this year filled with tons festive fun, holiday magic and top-notch performances. We can't wait to see what 2026 brings!✨🎄🎁

12/01/2025

Thank You for a Magical Hernando Dickens of a Christmas! ✨

We are filled with gratitude after another incredible holiday weekend in downtown Hernando! This event would not be possible without the amazing support of our sponsors, the dedication of our volunteers, and the enthusiasm of every visitor who joined us.

A heartfelt thank-you to the more than 50 volunteers who gave their time and energy to bring this festival to life. Your commitment helps us showcase Mississippi arts and culture and spread joy to families during the holiday season. You are truly the heart of Dickens!

We are also proud to have partnered with so many wonderful nonprofits who shared their missions and benefited from the activities they hosted, including:
🎄 Wesley Meadows
🎄 Hernando Meals on Wheels
🎄 House of Grace
🎄 DeSoto County Museum
🎄 DeSoto Family Theatre
🎄 Baptist Cancer Center Foundation
🎄 Halo of Hope Mississippi
🎄 Foundation for Hernando Parks & Recreation
🎄DeSoto County Museum
🎄Friends of the Historic Spring Hill Cemetery

Your presence added meaning and community spirit to our celebration.

Hernando Dickens of a Christmas continues to help make our city a destination where visitors can shop local, enjoy the arts and entertainment, experience history and culture, and discover why Hernando is such a special place, especially during the holidays.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for being part of this magical tradition. We can’t wait to celebrate with you again next year!

12/01/2025

Thank You for a Magical Hernando Dickens of a Christmas! ✨

We are filled with gratitude after another incredible holiday weekend in downtown Hernando! This event would not be possible without the amazing support of our sponsors, the dedication of our volunteers, and the enthusiasm of every visitor who joined us.

A heartfelt thank-you to the more than 50 volunteers who gave their time and energy to bring this festival to life. Your commitment helps us showcase Mississippi arts and culture and spread joy to families during the holiday season. You are truly the heart of Dickens!

We are also proud to have partnered with so many wonderful nonprofits who shared their missions and benefited from the activities they hosted, including:
🎄 Wesley Meadows
🎄 Hernando Meals on Wheels
🎄 House of Grace
🎄 DeSoto County Museum
🎄 DeSoto Family Theatre
🎄 Baptist Cancer Center Foundation
🎄 Halo of Hope Mississippi
🎄 Foundation for Hernando Parks & Recreation
🎄DeSoto County Museum
🎄Friends of the Historic Spring Hill Cemetery

Your presence added meaning and community spirit to our celebration.

Hernando Dickens of a Christmas continues to help make our city a destination where visitors can shop local, enjoy the arts and entertainment, experience history and culture, and discover why Hernando is such a special place, especially during the holidays.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for being part of this magical tradition. We can’t wait to celebrate with you again next year!