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Light the Springs

Families and visitors of all ages can celebrate the season with live music, food and beverage options, and free holiday crafts. Children can drop off their letters at the mailbox before meeting Santa. Festivities kick off with a menorah lighting and conclude with Santa and the mayor lighting the Town tree.

What to Expect

Holiday celebration featuring a menorah lighting, Santa visit, and tree lighting.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Holly Springs Parks & Recreation

Food & Drink

Festive food and beverage options are available.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children

Vibe

Festive and community-focused

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Location

Holly Springs Cultural Center
300 West Ballentine St.
Holly Springs, NC
27540

Know Before You Go

  • Hours: 5-8 p.m.

Tips & Advice

  • Have your kids write their letters to Santa at home so they can drop them in the mailbox before meeting him.
  • Arrive at the start if you want to see the menorah lighting, which opens the festivities.
  • Stay until the end for the main moment, when Santa and the mayor light the Town tree together.
  • The holiday crafts are free, so let the kids spend time at the craft tables between the music and Santa.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Light the Springs for?

It's for families and children of all ages.

What is there to do?

There's live music, festive food and drinks, and free holiday crafts. Kids also get to meet Santa.

Can my kids give Santa a letter?

Yes. Kids can drop their letter to Santa in the mailbox before they meet him.

What happens over the course of the evening?

The evening opens with the menorah lighting. It ends with Santa and the mayor lighting the Town tree.

Is there food and drink?

Yes, festive food and beverages are available.

Tags

tree lightingSanta visitscommunity celebrationfamily friendlyfree eventholiday traditionfestive foodholiday cheer

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Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team