High Point Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in High Point and surrounding areas
High Point welcomes the Christmas season with the High Point Holiday Festival Parade and High Point WinterFest drawing families to the downtown district and Market Square. The season features festive events, Holiday lights, and family-friendly activities including the High Point Ballet's The Nutcracker. Explore local shops and parks to find seasonal concerts, markets, and plenty of things to do that celebrate community spirit throughout the holidays.
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Christmas Markets
20 eventsGerman-inspired Christmas marketplace with artisan crafts and live entertainment.
Christmas Lights
13 eventsSoutheast's largest drive-thru holiday light show.
Christmas Shows
12 eventsHoliday concert with jazz vocalist Tony DeSare and symphony orchestra.
Christmas Parties
5 eventsFestive Christmas Eve and Christmas Day prix-fixe dinner
Christmas Activities
32 eventsA historic holiday parade with over 100 entries
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High Point Holiday Festival Parade
A historic holiday parade with over 100 entries
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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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Speedway Christmas
(Concord)
Southeast's largest drive-thru holiday light show.
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Statesville Christmas Parade
(Statesville)
Annual Christmas Parade with Santa Claus
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Latest News & Updates
Stay informed about holiday events and activities in High Point
- Winston-Salem Symphony Presents A Carolina Christmas Published: Tue, Nov 25, 2025
- Starbucks Christmas Drinks Return for the Holidays Published: Tue, Nov 25, 2025
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High Point Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual events include the High Point University Christmas Lights drive-through and WinterFest at City Lake Park, both offering festive activities and holiday displays that attract families and visitors each December.
High Point is known for its large-scale university light displays and community-focused events like WinterFest, which combines holiday lights with family-friendly activities such as rides and games at City Lake Park.
Neighborhoods near City Lake Park and areas close to High Point University are popular for their festive light displays and community decorations, offering both walkable and drive-by options for visitors.
Local Christmas markets and artisan fairs are often held at community centers, parks, and event venues near High Point, featuring vendor stalls with handmade goods and seasonal treats.
Enjoying neighborhood light displays, visiting public parks with holiday decorations, and attending free community markets or events like WinterFest offer budget-friendly ways to celebrate the season in High Point.
Families can enjoy the drive-through lights at High Point University, WinterFest at City Lake Park with rides and games, and various holiday markets that include kid-friendly crafts and activities.