ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Christmas in the Country has returned to Rochester for its annual, ultimate holiday weekend at the Rochester Dome Arena on E Henrietta Road. Christmas in the Country features more than 100 artisans and makers for the three-day event and gives people in the community the chance to discover handcrafted gifts and festive treasures. From gourmet foods, wine and spirits to spa-quality bath products, jewelry, hand-poured candles, pottery, woodwork, original artwork, and home decorations, shoppers will find gifts that will make for a thoughtful and special holiday-shopping season. The event started Friday and will run Saturday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. and on Sunday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Return passes will allow shoppers to come back and enjoy the market all weekend. "This market offers an unparalleled shopping experience," Dan Kaczynski said. "Not only do you immerse yourself in the magic of the holidays the sights, sounds and scents but everything here is made by hand, directly by the artisans. The personal interaction between shoppers and these creative small business owners is something you just can't replicate in a typical store. Plus, your holiday gifts will be meaningful and personal, all while supporting local artisans."