Illustration of carolers with songbooks and lanterns on church steps in the snow (Candlelight Stroll)
Christmas Markets

Candlelight Stroll

Visitors can explore downtown shops and venues offering refreshments, crafts, and holiday gifts while enjoying live musical performances and caroling by local school choirs. A mini Winter Wonderland on Florida Avenue provides hot chocolate, a cozy seating area with heaters, and festive photo opportunities with Santa's sleigh. Children can meet Santa, participate in hands-on activities, and join a scavenger hunt to collect glow sticks.

Fri, Dec 11, 2026

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Plan Your Visit

Tickets

No general admission or ticket price is stated. Woven Reindeer Ornaments Make & Take: suggested donation $10 for 2 ornaments.

Hours

6pm–9pm; Event Start: 6:00pm.

Food & Drink

Participating businesses offer refreshments and treats including hot cider, hot chocolate, cookies, popcorn, savory and sweet foods, and other drinks.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children and holiday shoppers

Vibe

Festive and community-focused

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Use the shuttle between the Community Center and Main Street to visit activities at both locations.
  • Give children time to search Main Street for every hidden character so they can collect a glow stick for each and claim the prize.
  • Drop in at Silver River Chairs for the woven reindeer ornament activity; registration is not required.
  • Allow around 25 minutes if making both ornaments, as the first takes about 20 minutes and the second about five.
  • Bring a donation only if you wish to contribute to Cops for Kids; donation jars are available at businesses along Main Street.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Aabani Salon offers discounts on Aveda products and candles during the stroll.
  • Curtis Wright Outfitters has a store-wide sale during the stroll.
  • Art Accents Frame Shop holds a raffle for two prizes of gift certificates; proceeds go to Mrs. Vann’s BES class to buy Ingles gift cards for meals for people in need.
  • Weaver House offers a raffle entry with each toy donation.
  • Kids who find all the scavenger-hunt characters can claim a prize at the Weaverville Business Association Tent.

Links & Contact

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Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can children do during the stroll?

Children can join the scavenger hunt, collect a glow stick for each hidden holiday character they find, and claim a prize if they find them all. There are also crafts, storytelling and a visit with Santa.

How can I get between the Community Center and Main Street?

A shuttle runs between the Community Center and Main Street; the Dry Ridge Museum also hosts festivities.

Is registration needed for the reindeer ornament activity?

No. The woven reindeer ornament Make & Take is drop-in, with no registration required.

What food and drinks can I find along the route?

Participating businesses offer refreshments including cider, hot chocolate, treats and meals; some also list adult beverages.

Where can I find the scavenger-hunt prize?

Children who find all the hidden characters can collect a prize at the Weaverville Business Association Tent.

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