On Saturday, Dec. 5, the merchants of St. Mary’s Square Shopping Center located at 21600 Great Mills Road in Lexington Park are hosting a free holiday celebration from 1 to 6 p.m. The event promises to be fun for the whole family.

During the afternoon, those who attend will enjoy great food, some great music and fun shows. Included in the festival will be a magic show by Reggie the Super Magician and the Bella Music School Orchestra and Dancers.

Capping off the day of fun, will be the arrival of Santa who will make a special guest appearance at 3:30 p.m. The jolly elf will hang around and delight the kids for the rest of the afternoon which will end when Santa presides over the tree lighting ceremony.

Vendors that wish to participate should contact Tina at (240) 577-0955 to reserve a space. Available will be food, fruits, gifts, crafts, many new items, collectibles, and many homemade and handmade items.