Randolph School is excited to host Under the Christmas Tree. The three-day holiday shopping marketplace features more than 100 specialty merchants from our local community and around the southeast region, as well as holiday crafts and family-friendly activities with Santa.
dates & location
Friday, Nov. 4 10:00am–6:00pm | Saturday, Nov. 5 10:00am–6:00pm | Sunday, Nov. 6 12:00pm–5:00pm; Von Braun Center South Hall
tickets & special events purchases
$20 Weekend Pass, $10 Daily, $5 Seniors (age 65+), and children under 12 free. Special event tickets will be available for purchase at the event until they are sold out.
Mimosas at the Market
Friday, November 4, 8:00a.m. – 10:00a.m.
$30 per person includes one weekend pass, two mimosas, refreshments, and special discounts from most vendors. Get early access to shop and beat the crowds before the market opens to general admission ticket holders.
Ornament Wreath
Friday, November 4, 10:30a.m. – 12:00p.m.
$50 per person (includes one Market Day Pass)
Enjoy a mimosa while crafting with friends! You will walk away from this adults-only, instructor-led event with a wreath you can enjoy for years to come. All supplies included with purchase. (Note: For adults age 21+ only.)
Gingerbread House Kits
Friday, November 4, 3:00p.m. – 6:00p.m.
Saturday, November 5, 11:00a.m. – 2:00p.m. & 3:00p.m. – 6:00p.m.
Sunday, November 6, 12:00p.m. – 4:00p.m.
$25 per person (includes one Market Day Pass)
All Gingerbread House kits come festively wrapped with a wooden house, icing, candy, and all you need to create a perfect holiday treat. You can purchase at will call and The Special Events room. Take a kit home or decorate at the market during the come-and-go time slots.
Storytime with Santa
Saturday, November 5, 10:30a.m. – 11:30a.m.
$30 (includes one Market Day Pass and a book.)
Children of all ages are invited to a special visit with Santa, who will read The Night Before Christmas. Children under 7 must be accompanied by a parent and each person must have a ticket. You will also create an ornament with help from Santa and Mrs. Clause to take home.
Elf University
Saturday, November 5, 1:30p.m. – 3:00p.m.
$25 (includes one Market Day Pass)
Randolph’s Lower School Science Teacher, Kelley Wolfe, will get your holiday helper revved up for the season with these fun stations to visit, including toy making, elf etiquette, present wrapping, and North Pole field games.
Cookies with Santa
$20 (includes one Market Day Pass)
Sunday, November 6, 1:00p.m. – 1:30p.m.
Come enjoy The Night Before Christmas, read by Santa himself! Enjoy special time with Santa and Mrs. Claus and take home a tasty treat.
About Randolph School:
Randolph School is the area’s only PK-12 independent, college preparatory school and ranked the #1 K-12 private school in Alabama by Niche. Randolph School is committed to providing excellence in academics, the arts and athletics. Students become lifelong thinkers, creative problem solvers, and fearless leaders as they learn to embrace their full potential. Under the Christmas Tree is Randolph School’s largest special event fundraiser and contributes more than $100,000 to Randolph’s Tailored Tuition program.