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Christmas on the Square

Visitors can meet Santa Claus to share wish lists and take holiday photos. Children can visit Candy Cane Lane for pony rides, train rides, games, crafts, and a petting zoo. The festival also features food vendors, a craft vendor shopping area, carol singing, and a parade down Main Street followed by live music on the courthouse stage.

What to Expect

Features Santa visits, Candy Cane Lane, live music, and a parade.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

The Square

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Mountain View Area Chamber of Commerce

Food & Drink

Food vendors will be at the event.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and family-friendly

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Location

Mountain View, AR
72560

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: No general admission price is stated.

Tips & Advice

  • Bring wish lists for children to share with Santa, and have a camera or phone ready to capture a holiday photo.
  • Let children explore Candy Cane Lane, where the pony ride, train ride, games, crafts, and petting zoo are free.
  • Wear comfortable shoes for exploring the festival and standing along Main Street to watch the parade.
  • Browse the craft vendor area and allow time to look around before settling in for the music and parade.
  • Dress for outdoor conditions, since the parade takes place on Main Street and the event includes outdoor activities.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Saturday parade down Main Street, followed by live music on the courthouse stage
  • Christmas carol singing and music all day Saturday

Quick Actions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is there for kids to do?

Candy Cane Lane has free fun for kids, including a pony ride, train ride, games, crafts and a petting zoo.

Can kids meet Santa?

Yes. Santa comes to the festival, so kids can bring their wish lists and get a photo with him.

Is there food and shopping?

Yes. There are food vendors, plus a craft vendor area to shop.

What happens on Saturday?

Saturday brings Christmas carols and music all day. There's also a parade down Main Street, followed by live music on the courthouse stage.

How can I join as a vendor or enter the parade?

The Mountain View Chamber of Commerce runs sign-ups for 2026 vendors and for parade participants.

Tags

Christmas marketSanta visitsfamily friendlychildrens activitiesparadeslive musicfestive foodholiday shoppingcommunity celebration

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Contributors & Updates

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