ChristmasVille Opening Ceremony + Santa's Arrival
Welcome Santa Claus as he makes his grand entrance into Old Town Rock Hill to officially open the festival. Attendees can gather at the Fountain Park Stage to watch high-energy holiday performances by the Rock Hill Rockhettes and Showtime Theatre. The ceremony also previews upcoming festival activities and celebrates community sponsors.
What to Expect
Kick off ChristmasVille with Santa's arrival and live stage performances.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Old Town
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
ChristmasVille
Food & Drink
Coffee is available from the Knowledge Perk bus at Fountain Park.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and christmasville festival-goers
Vibe
Festive and lively
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Free event.
- Hours: 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm.
Tips & Advice
- Come early and grab a coffee from the Knowledge Perk bus at Fountain Park, then find your spot before Santa makes his grand entrance.
- Head straight to Cookies and Cocoa with Santa at First Presbyterian Church once the ceremony wraps up, so you can keep the evening going.
- Dress warmly for an evening outdoors at Fountain Park, where the whole ChristmasVille weekend officially kicks off.
- Stay in Old Town after the ceremony for Taste of ChristmasVille, which runs the same evening as the opening festivities.
- Expect cameras around, because attending ChristmasVille means agreeing that your photo may be taken and used to promote the festival.
Special Events & Promotions
- Cookies + Cocoa with Santa follows the ceremony at First Presbyterian Church.
- The ChristmasVille Classic glow-in-the-dark disc golf tournament runs in Old Town the same evening (ticketed).
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens at the opening ceremony?
Santa makes his grand entrance into Old Town Rock Hill and the festival officially opens. You also get a preview of the weekend's fun, and the festival's sponsors are celebrated.
Who performs?
The Rock Hill Rockhettes and Showtime Theatre put on high-energy holiday performances.
Can I get a hot drink there?
Yes. The Knowledge Perk bus at Fountain Park serves coffee, so grab one when you arrive.
What can we do after the ceremony?
Head straight to Cookies + Cocoa with Santa at First Presbyterian Church on East Main Street. Taste of ChristmasVille also runs in Old Town that evening.
Will I be photographed?
Possibly. By attending ChristmasVille you agree that your photo may be taken in public places and used to promote the festival.
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