Fairmont’s Hometown Holiday Celebration and Feast of the Seven Fishes Bring Community Together Downtown

Fairmont, West Virginia; December 13th, 2025

Downtown Fairmont welcomed residents and visitors this weekend as the Hometown Holiday Celebration and the Feast of the Seven Fishes officially opened, marking the start of a seasonal tradition centered on food, local vendors, and community gathering. The events are organized and hosted by Main Street Fairmont, which coordinates the holiday programming each year as part of its downtown revitalization efforts.

According to Main Street Fairmont, the Hometown Holiday Celebration features a Christmas market with local artisans, food vendors, and small businesses set up throughout the downtown area, offering handmade goods, seasonal treats, and holiday gifts. The market is designed to encourage foot traffic through the city center while highlighting locally owned businesses and craftspeople during the holiday season.

Running alongside the market, the Feast of the Seven Fishes celebrates a long-standing Italian Christmas tradition that has become a staple event in Fairmont. Main Street Fairmont identifies this year’s event as the 19th Annual Feast of the Seven Fishes, continuing a tradition that blends food, family, and cultural heritage. Participating vendors offer a variety of Italian-inspired dishes and seafood options, creating a culinary focal point for the weekend’s festivities.

Organizers with Main Street Fairmont state that the event spans multiple days, allowing residents and visitors flexibility to attend while enjoying downtown shopping, dining, and entertainment. In addition to food and vendors, the Hometown Holiday Celebration includes seasonal activities designed for families, reinforcing the event’s role as a community gathering rather than a ticketed or commercial festival.

The Feast of the Seven Fishes and associated holiday programming are held in Fairmont’s downtown district, an area that Main Street Fairmont has worked to develop as a hub for community events throughout the year. By pairing the Christmas market with a well-established food tradition, organizers aim to create an experience that reflects Fairmont’s local character while welcoming both longtime residents and out-of-town visitors.

According to Main Street Fairmont, the holiday weekend serves as both a cultural celebration and an economic boost for downtown businesses, bringing together food, tradition, and local commerce in one setting. The events continue through Saturday, offering additional opportunities for shopping, dining, and seasonal enjoyment as Fairmont moves into the heart of the holiday season.

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Sources

• MAIN STREET FAIRMONT, official Hometown Holiday Celebration event materials and schedule.
• MAIN STREET FAIRMONT, official Feast of the Seven Fishes event announcements and historical designation as the 19th Annual celebration.