Shelby Christmas Lights 2026

Visitors can stroll or ride along historic Main Street to view more than one million Christmas lights. Downtown attractions include synthetic ice skating, decorated storefront window displays, and visits to POPS to see the region's largest lighted ornament and a...

Visitors can walk or drive through the downtown area to view thousands of green, red, and white lights transforming the landscape. Seasonal bells chime Christmas carols throughout the historic streets as guests take in the scenery. Local shops and eateries...

Visitors drive through nearly two miles of illuminated holiday displays and digital animations while tuning in to the event's radio station. The drive also passes through the Deer Forest, where guests can view and hand-feed free-roaming animals directly from their...

Carowinds transforms for the holidays with light displays, midway strolls, and up to 29 open rides and attractions, including Snoopy’s Racing Railway. Guests can watch live entertainment like the musical Tinker's Toy Factory, meet Santa, make crafts, and decorate cookies....

Visitors can experience a live nativity featuring shepherds, a camel, donkey, and lambs, alongside performances by live Christmas carolers. Guests can board horse-drawn carriage rides around the grounds, attend family story time readings, or walk through The Journey of Faith...

Visitors stroll through an illuminated trail featuring millions of lights seamlessly flowing across dozens of scenes. Nightly live entertainment along the route includes ballerinas performing inside illuminated globes, dancing elves, and holiday singers. Guests can also visit Santa in his...

Step into a prehistoric winter wonderland at Dino Nights & Holiday Lights. This unique event combines the awe of dinosaur encounters with the magic of holiday illuminations. Drive through a spectacular display where ancient creatures meet festive cheer, creating an...

Step into a magical winter wonderland at Holidays at the Garden, where millions of lights illuminate the landscape. This enchanting event features dancing fountains, festive music, and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Indulge in delicious holiday bites and warm beverages, and...

Join the festive celebration at The Lighting of Birkdale Village for an unforgettable holiday kickoff. Experience a magical evening with live music, captivating performances, and family-friendly activities. Witness Santa's grand arrival during the festive parade, followed by the dazzling tree...

Discover a magical holiday celebration at Winterfest, presented by Coca-Cola. This event features a brand new walk-thru light spectacular, an expanded holiday village with Santa and Mrs. Claus, an ice skating rink, and the popular Shadrack's drive-through light show. Enjoy...

SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord transforms into an underwater winter wonderland for Twinkling Tides. Guests can wander through a stunning underwater tunnel adorned with thousands of holiday lights and explore over 10 festive zones. Don't miss the special Noon Year's Eve celebration...