Monroe Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Monroe and surrounding areas
Monroe welcomes the festive season with glowing Christmas lights along Franklin Street and lively festive events at the courthouse square and downtown Historic District where local shops join in seasonal celebrations. Enjoy the Christmas Paint Class at Southern States Monroe, attend parades and community performances, and take part in holiday activities and family-friendly attractions that make the season feel bright and local.
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Christmas Markets
20 eventsEvolved European market to holiday pop-up retailer.
Christmas Lights
14 eventsAmusement park transformed into a holiday wonderland
Christmas Shows
6 eventsLive orchestra and breathtaking choreography
Other Christmas Activities
21 eventsAnnual Christmas Parade with Santa Claus
Editor's Picks (6)
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Carowinds WinterFest
(Charlotte)
Amusement park transformed into a holiday wonderland
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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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The Nutcracker by Charlotte Ballet
(Charlotte)
Live orchestra and breathtaking choreography
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Charlotte Christmas Village Pop-Up Retailer
(Charlotte)
Evolved European market to holiday pop-up retailer.
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Winterfest - A German Christmas Marketplace
(Spencer)
German-inspired Christmas marketplace with artisan crafts and live entertainment.
This Week / Coming Up (6)
Christmas Parties Near Monroe
Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in Monroe.
Jazz at the Garden Holidays: Adam Hawley
Smooth jazz with a sneak peek of holiday lights.
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Concord
- Concord Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony
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Monroe Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual events include the Christmas Tree Lighting on Main Street and the North Carolina Holiday Lights, both drawing large crowds each December.
Monroe celebrates with a festive Christmas Tree Lighting downtown and features several neighborhood light displays that have become local traditions.
Popular neighborhoods for Christmas lights include those near Main Street and local parks, where residents often decorate their homes and yards for the season.
Christmas markets and local makers can be found at Main Street Plaza, community centers, and seasonal events throughout Monroe.
Free activities include neighborhood light displays, the Christmas Tree Lighting, and visiting local parks with holiday decorations.
Families enjoy the North Carolina Holiday Lights, the Christmas Tree Lighting, and local markets with crafts and activities for children.