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Christmas on the Cumberland

Visitors can experience a winter wonderland of twinkling lights and holiday traditions displayed along the scenic riverwalk. Opening festivities include a holiday market with local vendors offering handmade gifts, festive music, ornament decorating, sweet treats, and family photo opportunities. Guests can also visit with Santa and watch an evening holiday drone show light up the sky.

Nov 21, 2026 – Jan 2, 2027 All Ages FREE.

Plan Your Visit

Hours

November 21: Noon - 8 PM (Grand Opening & Holiday Market).

Food & Drink

Sweet treats are offered during the grand opening.

Location

Clarksville, TN Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children

Vibe

Festive and magical

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Download the Parks & Recreation app before you go, because it has the latest updates on the lights.
  • Skip rainy or very windy nights, because the lights are turned off in that weather.
  • Come to the Holiday Market on opening day, then stay past sunset for the lighting, Santa visits and the drone show.
  • Dress warmly for an evening walk along the riverwalk, since the displays are outdoors.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Free Grand Opening & Holiday Market on November 21, with local vendors and handmade gifts.
  • The drone show returns on grand opening night.
  • Santa visits, ornament decorating and sweet treats at the grand opening.

Links & Contact

Run by Clarksville Parks & Recreation

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 happens at the grand opening?

It starts with a Holiday Market of local vendors and handmade gifts. After sunset the riverwalk lights come on, with festive music, ornament decorating, sweet treats, visits with Santa and family photo spots.

Is there a drone show?

Yes. By popular demand, the drone show is back to light up the sky during the grand opening.

What if the weather is bad?

The lights are turned off during rain or high winds.

How do I find out if the lights are on?

Check the Clarksville Parks & Recreation app for the latest updates before you head out.

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