7:30am - 11:00 am
It's a Wonderful Breakfast.
Eggs, Sausage,`, O.J., coffee, tea, hot chocolate. Tickets $10 at the door
Trinity Church, 27 Fall St.
9:00am - Noon
BEDFORD FALLS STATION POSTAL CANCELLATION.
Seneca Falls Post Office, 38 State St.
9:00am - 3:00pm
Seneca Falls Historical Society
Experience the Victorian Christmas grandeur and wonder in the magnificent Becker Mansion.
55 Cayuga St.
9:00am - 4:30pm
International Festival of Trees
Featuring ornaments, decorations and nativity sets from 50 countries sponsored by the It’s a Wonderful Life Museum and the IDEA Center for the Voices of Humanity. Plans for the Expanded “It’s a Wonderful Life Museum” will be on display. Make a Zuzu’s petal for the new Museum at the Zuzu’s Petal Station.
Original IAWL Museum location, 32 Fall St.
9:00am - 4:30pm
Visit the It’s a Wonderful Life Museum.
Raffle tickets available for the It’s a Wonderful Quilt.
IAWL Museum, 76 Fall St.
9:00am - 5:00pm
Seneca County Suicide Prevention Coalition/United Way
Information, resources and children’s activities.
Seneca Falls Heritage and Tourism Center, 89 Fall St.
9:00am - 5:00pm
FESTIVAL INFORMATION CENTER
Festival information, merchandise, souvenirs. Plus, the $500 Money Tree Raffle provided by Generations Bank, benefiting the Seneca County House of Concern. Lost & Found, First Aid.
Festival Information Center, 103 Fall St.
9:00am - 5:00pm
Women's Rights NHP Visitor Center
Special exhibit: “For the Slave is Our Brother: Christmas and the Anti-Slavery Movement”.
Learn about Victorian Christmas ornaments and make-and-take your own tin ornament (craft).
Bedford Falls passport stamp
Women's Rights National Historical Park, 136 Fall St.
9:00am - 8:00pm
“All Things Wonderful”
It’s a Wonderful Life Museum Gift Shop and Photo Opportunity with Bedford Falls Mural and “You Are Now in Bedford Falls” sign.
IAWL Gift Shop, 80 Fall St.
9:30am
Free roasted chestnuts
provided by the Knights of Columbus (for as long as they last).
Corner of State and Fall Streets.
9:30am - 8:00pm
ANNIE’S PITSTOP
“Come sit for a spell!!” Enjoy a hot drink, light snack and browse Festival merchandise before the movie.
The Little Theater, 100 Fall St.
9:30am - 8:00pm
Sam Wainwright’s Five & Dime
Explore a variety of arts and crafts from local vendors.
Sam Wainwright’s Five & Dime, 100 Fall St.
10:00 am
21ST ANNUAL GEORGE BAILEY AWARD
Presented by Karolyn Grimes on behalf of the IDEA Center for the Voices of Humanity.
Trinity Church, 27 Fall St.
10:00am - 12:15pm
A WONDERFUL MOVIE SPECIAL
Screening of “It’s a Wonderful life” Colorized version – 2hr:10min
The Little Theater, 100 Fall St.
10:00am - 3:00pm
FREE HORSE-DRAWN WAGON RIDES
Fall St.
10:00am - 3:00pm
It’s A Wonderful Life Open House and Craft Fair
Free Coffee/Hot Chocolate, Homemade baked goods. Many wonderful crafts. Light Lunch available for purchase.
Kirk Casey American Legion, 48 State St.
10:00am - 3:00pm
IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE CHARACTERS ON FALL STREET
10:00am - 4:00pm
National Women’s Hall of Fame
Suicide Prevention Center of New York – information and resources.
National Women's Hall of Fame, 1 Canal St.
10:00am - 5:00pm
“Zuzu’s” new project: Zuzu, All Grown Up Podcast
It is hosted by Karolyn “Zuzu” Grimes and her psychotherapist
husband, Dr. Chris Brunell. Together, the pair interviews guests who make miracles happen, from ordinary people who are making a difference in extraordinary ways to celebrities who inspire and entertain. Come check out our information table and enter to win a special podcast gift. You can also enjoy the podcast at: zuzunetwork.com
Seneca Falls Heritage and Tourism Center, 89 Fall St.
10:30am - 11:15 am
PRESENTATION BY MONICA CAPRA HODGES
granddaughter of Frank Capra, about her grandfather and “It’s a Wonderful Life.”
Trinity Church, 27 Fall St.
10:30am - 12:30pm
Rust Dying and Collage Workshop.
This workshop is sure to be a fun-filled two-hour workshop for ages 17 and up. All materials are provided and no prior experience needed. Each participant will learn a quick rust dye technique using silk organza due t o its quick reaction time. While the fabric is “cooking”, you will learn about collaging with fabric. Each participant will take away their dyed fabric and their own original Tiny
Dress collage. Fee $35. Advance Registration Required (call 315-568-8060).
National Women's Hall of Fame, 1 Canal St.
11:00am
Giant Cinnamon Bun Eating Contest
$5.00 entry fee.
Café XIX, 20 East Bayard St.
11:00am - Noon
READING OF “THE GREATEST GIFT”
The short story that inspired the movie “It's a Wonderful Life” written by Philip Van Doren Stern
Seneca Falls Heritage and Tourism Center, 89 Fall St.
11:00am - 1:00pm
Autograph Signing by Cast Members
Karolyn Grimes (“Zuzu Bailey”), Jimmy Hawkins (“Tommy Bailey”) and Donald Collins (“Little Pete Bailey”). Autographs free with purchase; $30 fee for items you bring yourself.
The Gould Hotel, 108 Fall St.
11:15am - Noon
“From Darkness to Light, From Despair to Hope
How ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ Can Save Lives from Suicide.” Presentation by Govan Martin, Founder and Executive Director, Suicide Prevention Alliance, Harrisburg, PA.
Trinity Church, 27 Fall St.
Noon - 12:40pm
“Everyone Needs a Mary Bailey.”
Presentation by Mary Owen, Donna Reed’s daughter. Special Screening of “A Very Merry Christmas” - a Classic Episode of The Donna Reed Show from 1958 featuring Buster Keaton.
Trinity Church, 27 Fall St.
Noon - 9:00pm
Stop on down to “Nick’s Place”
Join us before and after the showing of It’s a Wonderful Life for food and drinks at Temperance FLX, the newest speakeasy in Seneca Falls. Conveniently located next to Trinity Church, where the movie will be introduced by actors from the film, it’s the perfect spot to enhance your festival experience. Take home a commemorative glass for $12, or when filled with wine or draft beer, the glass is yours for $6. Cheers to making memories in "The Real Bedford Falls"!
Temperance FLX, 31 Fall St.
12:15pm - 12:40pm
IAWL Shorts
SECRETS OF THE VAULT - The tricks & secrets of making rain, snow, sound and more… in It’s a Wonderful Life - 22 min.
The Little Theater, 100 Fall St.
1:00pm
IT’S A WONDERFUL Parade
Sponsored by the It’s a Wonderful Life Festival Committee.
Fall St.
1:00pm - 3:15pm
A Wonderful Movie Special
Screening of “It’s a Wonderful life” Original B/W version – 2hr:10min
The Little Theater, 100 Fall St.
2:00pm - 3:00pm
“The Timeless Message of ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’
‘Never Again Will There Be Anyone Like You (Frank Capra).’” A panel presentation drawing connections between this classic movie and life today, featuring Monica Capra Hodges (Frank Capra's granddaughter), the Seneca County Suicide Prevention Coalition/United Way, the Suicide
Prevention Alliance (Harrisburg, PA), and mental health resources like “Be the One” veterans’ campaign and 211/988 Lifeline resource.
Trinity Church, 27 Fall St.
2:00pm - 3:00pm:
Book Signing with Michael Willian
Author of “The Essential It's a Wonderful Life: A Scene-By-Scene Guide to the Classic Film.”
Seneca Falls Visitor Center, 89 Fall St.
2:00pm - 4:00pm
AUTOGRAPH Signing WITH CAST MEMBERS:
Karolyn Grimes (“Zuzu Bailey”), Jimmy Hawkins (“Tommy Bailey”) and Donald Collins (“Young Pete Bailey”). Autographs free with purchase; $30 fee per autograph for items you bring yourself.
The Gould Hotel, 108 Fall St.
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Special Live-Streamed AMA / IN-PERSON Q&A Podcast Event
Meet the makers of the exciting new Wonderful Life podcast from iHeart, George Bailey Was Never Born, as well as townspeople, IAWL next of kin and surprise call-in guests featured in the show for this live-streamed Q&A hosted by Seth Kennedy and a live musical performance by The Carolyn Sills Combo.
First Presbyterian Church, 23 Cayuga St.
3:00pm - 4:00pm
“Why and How Frank Capra made ‘It’s a Wonderful Life,'”
Presentation by John Kuri, Filmmaker, Author, Musician, Son of Emile Kuri (Set Decorator, “It’s a Wonderful Life”.)
Trinity Church, 27 Fall St.
3:15pm - 3:40pm
IAWL SHORTS:
A Wonderful Picnic Wrap Party - Footage from the Frank Capra Picnic Wrap Party - 8 min.
Restoring a Beloved Classic - a look behind the scenes of IAWL - 12 min.
The Little Theater, 100 Fall St.
4:00pm - 6:15pm
A WONDERFUL MOVIE SPECIAL
Screening of “It’s a Wonderful life” Colorized version – 2hr:10min
The Little Theater, 100 Fall St.
4:30pm - 7:00pm
BERT & ERNIE’S FAMOUS CHICKEN BBQ
Tickets can be purchased online at therealbedfordfalls.com, the Festival Information Center – 103 Fall Street or at the door.
100 Fall St.
4:40pm
IT’S A WONDERFUL Run 5K.
Started by Karolyn Grimes (“Zuzu Bailey”).
Bridge St. Bridge.
6:15pm - 6:40pm
IAWL SHORTS
SECRETS OF THE VAULT - The tricks & secrets of making rain, snow, sound and more… in It’s a Wonderful Life - 22 min.
The Little Theater, 100 Fall St.
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Dance Lesson By Groove Juice Swing (From Rochester)
Mynderse Academy Gymnasium, 105 Troy St.
7:00pm - 8:20pm
MERRY CHRISTMAS, GEORGE BAILEY!
A live radio show with live sound effects in front of a live audience!
Tickets available at Fall St. Brewing, 106 Fall St, or senecacommunityplayers.org
The Bijou Theater - First Presbyterian Church, 23 Cayuga St.
7:00pm - 9:15pm
SPECIAL SCREENING OF “IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE.”
Free Admission.
Douglas Avery Performing Arts Center, Mynderse Academy, 105 Troy St.
7:30pm - 10:30pm
“DANCE BY THE LIGHT OF THE MOON.”
” Music by Andy Stobie and the Greater Finger Lakes Jazz Orchestra (18-piece swing band). Free Admission. No tickets required.
Mynderse Academy Gymnasium, 105 Troy St.
8:00pm - 10:00pm
Candlelight Cabaret: In The Mood
Pottersville’s finest stage show featuring the Pottersville Singers. Adult beverages, hors d’oeuvres & desserts are available for purchase. Tickets available at Festival Information Center, WomanMade Products or therealbedfordfalls.com
The Pottersville Palladium, 95 Fall St.
8:00pm - 10:30pm
“IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE” PARTICIPATION MOVIE
Experience It’s A Wonderful Life like never before. Join fellow fans of this classic holiday film for an unforgettable time filled with singing, dancing, laughing, and even a little screaming! Perfect for It's A Wonderful Life aficionados with a sense of humor. Tickets can be purchased online at therealbedfordfalls.com, the Festival Information Center – 103 Fall Street or at the door.
The Little Theater, 100 Fall St.