Burlington Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Burlington and surrounding areas
Burlington welcomes the Christmas season with downtown and City Park lit in lights and holiday décor that set a cheerful scene for family outings. Events like Christmas in the Park and Santa's Cottage bring festive events and Christmas markets to life, offering winter festivals, seasonal tours and holiday activities that make the season feel both magical and community-centered.
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Christmas Markets
20 eventsOver 200 local vendors and diverse entertainment.
Christmas Lights
19 eventsFestive train ride through holiday lights and themed activities.
Christmas Shows
17 eventsLive performance of Handel's Messiah with renowned orchestra and choir
Christmas Parties
6 eventsFestive Christmas Eve and Christmas Day prix-fixe dinner
Christmas Activities
37 eventsA historic holiday parade with over 100 entries
Editor's Picks (6)
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Holiday Express at Pullen Park
(Raleigh)
Festive train ride through holiday lights and themed activities.
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FestiBull of Lights
(Durham)
Holiday light display at a baseball park
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Ardmore Moravian Church Candle Tea
(Winston-Salem)
A tour of traditional Moravian Christmas customs
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A Carolina Christmas: Home for the Holidays
(Winston-Salem)
Holiday concert with jazz vocalist Tony DeSare and symphony orchestra.
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Handel's Messiah
(Chapel Hill)
Live performance of Handel's Messiah with renowned orchestra and choir
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High Point Holiday Festival Parade
(High Point)
A historic holiday parade with over 100 entries
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Latest News & Updates
Stay informed about holiday events and activities in Burlington
- Christmas By Candlelight Event Features Choral Students Published: Tue, Dec 2, 2025
- Christmas Cheer Volunteers Collect Gifts Published: Tue, Dec 2, 2025
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Burlington Christmas FAQ
The Tree Lighting on Church Street Marketplace and the Holiday Artists Market are two of the largest annual Christmas events in Burlington.
Burlington’s holiday traditions include the festive tree lighting on Church Street, visits with Santa, and a variety of local holiday markets throughout the season.
Church Street Marketplace and the Old North End are known for their festive light displays, but many neighborhoods feature holiday lights during the season.
Local makers and holiday markets can be found at Church Street Marketplace, City Hall Park, and at special events hosted by local breweries and community centers.
Free activities include viewing lights at Church Street Marketplace, attending the tree lighting, and visiting neighborhood displays. Many holiday markets are also free to enter.
Families enjoy the kids’ train at Church Street Marketplace, visits with Santa, and the Winter Lights at Shelburne Museum, which offers activities for all ages.