CORNING, N.Y. (WENY) -- Sparkle returned to Corning on Saturday night.

People joined together to celebrate in Corning's Gaffer District on Market Street from 4-9 p.m. People could enjoy local food, shop at over 100 vendors, take wagon rides, and visit with Santa Claus in the Crystal Palace.

Director of Marketing and Design Kristen Brewer was expressed her excitement for the annual celebration. 

"This is our Sparkle celebration," she said. "It's been going on for over 40 years and it's our most beloved event here in the Gaffer's District for the staff and the people."