Van Noort florists is opening its doors for a holiday season kickoff event – under the stars.

On Nov. 15 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., the Annual Christmas Open House Under the Stars event will open both indoor and outdoor spaces at the flower studio on Four Mile Creek Road for an evening of food, refreshments, and the latest designs and services for the holiday season.

Customer service co-ordinator Beth Duc said it’s a “wonderful social mix-and-mingle for the residents of Niagara-on-the-Lake.”

She said it’s also a great way to kick off the holidays.

“To me it means that Christmas is here. It’s such an amazing time of year – and what’s better than to kind of see what’s new and socialize with people in your community,” she said.

There will be a market featuring the studio's products and designs, as well as a poutine bar by Gooddine Catering, and hot-cocoa and a s’mores bar, weather dependent, she added.

As the open house will be both in and outside the studio, Duc suggests guests dress warm for the occasion.