Culture in the Canyon
Art, Food, Wine, Music, and Family Fun!
Welcome to the Heart of The Shasta Wonderland
Every Second Saturday, Dunsmuir offers the very best of the art, food, shopping, and culture of the Mt Shasta region. Whether you’re camping or renting a home, with or without children, staying for a weekend or staying for the summer, Dunsmuir has something special for you. Come for a visit, and your heart will always call you back.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13TH, 2025
Candles in the Canyon!
Event Schedule:
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2-7pm: Fresh latkes, cocoa & cider, spa day raffle, & more! at Dunsmuir Springs Day Spa, 5855 Dunsmuir Ave
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ART, MUSIC, WINE, NIBBLES
Siskiyou Arts Museum: Hot Cider & Maker’s Space, Reflections & Perspectives & Free Flow Art Show, reception with wine & nibbles 4-7pm.
Darmera Studio: Holiday Card Making Workshop & Artwork by Marie Brennan, open 4-8pm.
Cobra Lily Bar & Bottle: Mulled Wine & Artwork by Brian MacKenzie, fine wines, beer & savory bites for purchase, open 4-10pm.
Bee Kind Bakery: Artisan Holiday Market 8am–2pm with baked goods, light lunch, coffee, tea, for purchase, Artwork by Daniel DeLeon & Holiday Cookie Decorating 4-5pm with wine/beer for purchase.
& at Jubilee Railroad Wilderness Lodge (number 19 on the map): “Return”: A Wintu Art Exhibit & Film Screening: Join us, 4-8pm, at The Gift House at Jubilee Railroad for a showing of Return, a collection of sacred artworks by the local Winnemem Wintu artist Tuiimyali (Michael Preston), along with the short documentary film Sawalmem (shown on a loop). Together they call us toward balance and renewal with the natural world in this place known today as Dunsmuir, and long known as the "place of strong waters.” After the exhibit, enjoy our special Candles in the Canyon themed drink in our historic Dining Car.
SHOPPING & More
HeartBloom: Ribbon Cutting & Grand Opening 3pm, Live Music by The Roma Trio & DIY Herbal Dream Sachet Workshop with treats, tea & cacao tastings, herbal products, books, & pottery for sale, 4-7:30pm.
Dunsmuir Hardware: Gifts, local merchandise & hardware. 20% off on Home Decor items every 2nd Saturday, 8am–6pm.
Unexpected Treasures: Holiday Inn Music & Storytelling with Dwight Bailey 3-5pm, vintage & thrift finds 11am–5pm.
The Sacred Well: Hot Cocoa Bar 4-8pm, fair-trade gifts, crystals, herbs & teas, beauty products, readings & rituals, 12-6pm, outdoor Kuan Yin Sanctuary all day.
Gold Stitch: Elf Hat Workshop 4-8pm, handmade & custom hats, jewelry & vintage fashion 11-8pm.
Al's Depot & Emporium: “One Year in Business” Celebration & Sale, $1 preroll for the 1st 100 people in the shop & limited supply of Dunsmuir swag, premium selection of legal cannabis products, including top-quality flower, edibles, concentrates & accessories, 8am–10pm. C10-0001520-LIc
Mossbrae Hotel: Live Harp Music & Free Gift Wrapping 4-8pm, new Dunsmuir custom ornaments and other one-of-a-kind holiday finds at The KeepShop, 11am–8pm.
Ted Fay Fly Shop: Fishing & outdoor recreation gear, no sales tax on 2nd Saturdays, 8am-5pm.
Dunsmuir Library: $5 Book Bag Sale and books for check-out, 1-5pm.
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Dunsmuir Springs Day Spa: Fresh latkes, cocoa & cider, spa day raffle, & more, 2-7pm
DINING
Café Maddalena: Wine tasting & savories on 2nd Saturday 4-5pm, $25 per person. Fresh, locally sourced gourmet dishes and impeccable wines, 5-9pm.
Dunsmuir Pizza Factory: “Baking Spirits Bright” Bake Sale & “12 Days of Christmas” Raffle, 4-8pm, Visit with Santa, 6:30-7:30pm, pizza, pasta, calzones, sandwiches, salad bar, beer, wine & more, 12-8pm.
Cornerstone Café: Savory Nibbles 4-8pm, breakfast, lunch, baked goods, coffee & tea, 8am-2pm.
Dunsmuir Brewery Works: House-brewed beers & pub-style fare, 12-8pm.
Burger Barn: Burgers, chicken nuggets, fries, soft serve, shakes & more, 11am–7pm.
Jubilee Railroad Dining Car: Candles in the Canyon Themed Holiday Drinks, regional & organic upscale dinner menu & full bar with delightful seasonal cocktails, 4-8pm.
Yaks on the 5: Handcrafted burgers & more made with premium hand-crafted ingredients, 11:30am–8pm.
More Flyers for Candles in the Canyon Festivities!
d2s events 2025
January 11
February 8
March 8
April 12
May 10 ~ Dogwood Daze
June 14 ~ Railroad DaYS
July 12
August 9
September 13 ~ Steampunk Festival
October 11
November 8
December 13 ~ Candles in the Canyon
Featured Gallery
Darmera Studio
Darmera’s mission is to foster the local art community through gallery shows, classes, and events.
Featured eatery
Cornerstone Café
Breakfast, lunch, baked goods, coffee & tea, open for dinner on 2nd Saturdays
Featured Lodging
Mossbrae Hotel
Luxury lodging centrally located in walking distance to downtown shops and restaurants.
Featured Shopping
The Sacred Well
The Sacred Well features local arts, sustainable and fair-trade gifts, healing crystals, organic and wildcrafted herbs and teas, no-waste beauty products, and more.
Dunsmuir History
Click here to learn more about the history of Dunsmuir, CA.
