Hickory Christmas Lights 2026

Guests can take an open-air train ride behind a historic steam locomotive through thousands of twinkling holiday lights with sing-along carols. Families can walk through Santa's Gingerbread House to meet Santa Claus or Mr. and Mrs. Gingerbread, and catch 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 miles of dazzling displays featuring storybook scenes and holiday themes illuminated by over one million LED lights. Halfway through the route, guests can stop at the Gift Village inside the Red Barn to browse handmade gifts, specialty...

Visitors drive along a four-mile course circling the speedway's oval, pit road, and infield road course to view more than five million holiday lights. The displays feature lights synchronized to music broadcast on 101.3 FM. Guests can also enjoy drive-in...

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...

Participants walk an approximate 1.3-mile route through the park's holiday light displays on foot. The evening features food trucks selling hot beverages and treats, activities, and photo opportunities with Santa.

Visitors can spend an evening making s’mores around the campfire and visiting with Santa. The event features cookies, hot cocoa, and children's crafts. Guests can also stop in to shop at the General Store.

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....

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...

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...

Forest City transforms into a winter wonderland with over one million Christmas lights adorning historic Main Street. This award-winning holiday destination offers enchanting carriage rides, festive hayrides, and opportunities to meet Santa. Explore the largest lighted ornament in the region...

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...

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...