Illustration of a felt Santa waving by a sleigh near an elf, snowmen, small cottages, a carousel and lit trees in snow (Christmas Town U.S.A.®)
Christmas Lights

Christmas Town U.S.A.®

Visitors can walk or drive through the downtown area to view glowing displays of green, red, and white lights across the winter landscape. Bells chime seasonal Christmas carols throughout town while guests stroll through the historic streets. Local boutiques, record stores, candy shops, and restaurants welcome guests looking to dine and browse.

Dec 1 – Dec 26, 2026

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Plan Your Visit

Hours

5:30 PM to 10:00 PM each night.

Food & Drink

Visitors can dine at Terra Mia Ristorante, get craft beer or wine at 115 Craft and The River Room, and may find food trucks, which are often available.

Parking

Visitors can park to take a stroll; the page gives no parking location or cost.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and holiday-light fans

Vibe

Festive and nostalgic

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Visit early in December and choose a weekday if possible; the guide recommends both to help avoid the busiest crowds.
  • Arrive before 5 p.m. for the best chance of parking and time to shop, dine, or enjoy seasonal music before the lights come on.
  • Use public parking off Poplar or Elm streets, at McAdenville Elementary School, or by Carstarphen Bridge near Dynamo 31; availability is best before 5 p.m.
  • Do not park on Hickory Grove Road or Riverside Drive or along road edges; traffic cannot enter from Hickory Grove Road or Mockingbird Lane.
  • Whether walking or driving, keep your party moving and stay off residents’ lawns so others can enjoy the display.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 1.
  • Yule Log Parade on December 10.

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

Can I see the display on foot or from a car?

Visitors can drive through downtown or park and stroll through the display.

What can I see and hear while walking through town?

The downtown streets are lit in green, red and white, with bells playing Christmas carols.

Are there places to eat or shop during a visit?

Downtown businesses include restaurants, boutiques, record stores and a candy shop. Food trucks are often available.

Where can I park for a stroll?

Public parking is available off Poplar Street and Elm Street, at McAdenville Elementary School, and near Carstarphen Bridge and the rear entrance of Dynamo 31.

Which roads are closed or off-limits for parking and traffic?

Church Street and Academy Street are closed to vehicles. Parking is not permitted on Hickory Grove Road or Riverside Drive, and traffic cannot enter from Hickory Grove Road or Mockingbird Lane.

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