Clarksville Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Clarksville and surrounding areas
Clarksville welcomes Christmas 2025 with Christmas on the Cumberland and the Clarksville Lighted Christmas Parade bringing lights, music, and community spirit to the riverfront and historic downtown. The festive season includes holiday activities, Christmas markets, and seasonal gatherings ideal for families. Visit around the Customs House Museum and local parks for caroling events, drive-thru light displays at Clarksville Speedway, and a variety of things to do that celebrate local traditions.
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Christmas Shows
17 eventsCountry music stars on the world-famous Opry stage for Christmas.
Christmas Markets
14 eventsRiverwalk transformed with lights and a drone show
Christmas Lights
10 eventsMillions of lights and ICE! featuring 'A Charlie Brown Christmas'
Christmas Parties
6 eventsIconic midnight Music Note Drop celebration
Other Christmas Activities
11 eventsOver 30 years of community tradition on Main Street
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Christmas on the Cumberland
Riverwalk transformed with lights and a drone show
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Christmas at Gaylord Opryland
(Nashville)
Millions of lights and ICE! featuring 'A Charlie Brown Christmas'
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40th Annual Dickens of a Christmas
(Franklin)
Victorian-era Christmas recreation with Dickens characters
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Holiday LIGHTS at Cheekwood
(Nashville)
Over a million lights illuminating botanical gardens
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Opry Country Christmas
(Nashville)
Country music stars on the world-famous Opry stage for Christmas.
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Jack Daniel's New Year's Eve Live: Nashville's Big Bash
(Nashville)
Iconic midnight Music Note Drop celebration
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Clarksville hosts several large annual Christmas events, often including community tree lightings, holiday festivals, and popular Christmas markets that draw significant crowds.
While many traditions are shared, Clarksville often embraces its local history and community spirit in its holiday celebrations, with events that highlight local culture and togetherness.
Neighborhoods like Belle Meade are often noted for their impressive Christmas light displays, with many residents going all out to decorate their homes.
You can find Christmas markets and local makers at various venues throughout Clarksville, including community centers, downtown event spaces, and local craft fairs.
Enjoying neighborhood light displays, attending free tree lighting ceremonies, and exploring festive window displays downtown are great free options. Many community events also offer low-cost or free activities.
Families with kids often enjoy visiting Santa, attending festive shows at local theaters, and exploring community events that feature kid-friendly entertainment and activities.