Last updated: November 11, 2024
Find the top festive events in Clarksville! Our guide has all the must-see holiday highlights. For Clarksville residents and newcomers, our guide is your key to the festive season.
This year, Christmas on the Cumberland offers a beautiful riverside celebration complete with holiday lights and entertainment that embodies the spirit of winter. In addition, Christmas at Gaylord Opryland features stunning indoor displays and immersive experiences that allow you to step into a magical holiday wonderland. And the ICE featuring The Polar Express™ is something you definitely don't want to miss, where guests can glide through a wonderland sculpted from colorful ice. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Clarksville Holiday Light Displays
Christmas on the Cumberland
- What to Expect
- Free admission to a spectacular light display with a diverse holiday market.
- Description
- Over one million lights illuminate McGregor Park and Cumberland Riverwalk, featuring a 2nd annual Holiday Market with local vendors showcasing holiday traditions.
- Where
- Clarksville | More Info : Christmas on the Cumberland
Lighted Christmas Parade
- What to Expect
- Spectacular lighted floats and live music performances.
- Description
- The Lighted Christmas Parade in Clarksville, TN, features dazzling floats, cheerful carolers, and a festive atmosphere that fills downtown streets with joy.
- Where
- Clarksville | More Info : Lighted Christmas Parade
Clarksville Speedway's Drive-Thru Christmas Lights
- What to Expect
- Over three million lights displayed along a one-mile route.
- Description
- Clarksville Speedway's Drive-Thru Christmas Lights features over one mile of three million lights, creating a spectacular display from the comfort of your car.
- Where
- Clarksville | More Info : Clarksville Speedway's Drive-Thru Christmas Lights
Clarksville Holiday Markets and Shopping
Christmas on the Cumberland Holiday Market
- What to Expect
- Over one million lights and diverse holiday traditions.
- Description
- The Christmas on the Cumberland Holiday Market at McGregor Park features local vendors showcasing holiday traditions, festive music, and global cuisines, celebrating community diversity.
- Where
- Clarksville | More Info : Christmas on the Cumberland Holiday Market
Clarksville Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas at Gaylord Opryland
- What to Expect
- Immersive holiday experience with over 3 million twinkling lights and iconic ICE attraction.
- Description
- Christmas at Gaylord Opryland features spectacular holiday lights, hand-carved ice sculptures, and a variety of festive activities including ice tubing, gingerbread decorating, and photos with Santa.
- Where
- Nashville | More Info : Christmas at Gaylord Opryland
ICE featuring The Polar Express™
- What to Expect
- Immersive ice sculptures and slides in a 9-degree environment.
- Description
- ICE featuring The Polar Express is an immersive holiday attraction at Gaylord Opryland, showcasing nine scenes from the iconic film carved out of ice. Guests can enjoy the chilly 9-degree environment, explore intricate ice sculptures, and experience five thrilling ice slides.
- Where
- Nashville | More Info : ICE featuring The Polar Express™