Roanoke Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Roanoke and surrounding areas
Roanoke transforms for the Christmas season with festive events and shimmering Christmas lights near Market Square and the Blue Ridge Parkway approaches. Delta Dental Dickens of a Christmas and Holidays at the Historic Fishburn Mansion showcase period performances and seasonal charm while Sounds of the Season concerts add musical sparkle. Between parade events and neighborhood markets, Roanoke’s holiday attractions pair historic settings, lights, and community activities to create a warm, celebratory seasonal experience.
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Christmas Markets
6 eventsRoanoke's largest holiday celebration with three distinct event nights.
Other Christmas Activities
9 eventsA resort-wide Christmas celebration with diverse activities.
Editor's Picks (6)
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Delta Dental Dickens of a Christmas
Roanoke's largest holiday celebration with three distinct event nights.
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Christmas at The Greenbrier
(White Sulphur Springs)
A resort-wide Christmas celebration with diverse activities.
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Virginia Christmas Spectacular: Escaping Christmas
(Lynchburg)
A theatrical production exploring the true meaning of Christmas.
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Lexington Christmas Parade: A Storybook Christmas
(Lexington)
Annual parade with 'A Storybook Christmas' theme
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Sounds of the Season: A Christmas Celebration with TFox
Holiday dinner show with soulful Christmas classics.
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Holidays at the Historic Fishburn Mansion
Historic mansion transformed for holiday celebrations
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Christmas Shows Near Roanoke
Christmas shows, theater performances, and holiday entertainment in Roanoke.
Sounds of the Season: A Christmas Celebration with TFox
Holiday dinner show with soulful Christmas classics.
Holiday Pops Spectacular!
Holiday classics with symphony orchestra and guest choruses
Virginia Christmas Spectacular: Escaping Christmas
A theatrical production exploring the true meaning of Christmas.
Christmas Lights Near Roanoke
Additional holiday activities and unique Christmas experiences in Roanoke.
6th Annual Botetourt Chamber of Commerce Tinsel Trail
Decorated trees by local businesses in historic downtown
Cave Spring Festival of Trees
Community-decorated trees with donation-based voting
Candlelight Processional & Tree Lighting
Annual candlelight procession led by Santa and tree lighting.
Christmas Parties Near Roanoke
Festive dining experiences, holiday parties, and Christmas-themed food and drink events in Roanoke.
Children's Holiday Festival
Pancake breakfast with Santa and early museum access
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Roanoke Christmas FAQ
Weekday evenings tend to be less crowded. Peak times are weekends in December, especially closer to Christmas.
Most events offer on-site parking. Check individual event pages for specific parking information and fees.
Most venues are accessible. Contact individual events for specific accessibility accommodations.