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Closing Ceremony + Santa’s Send Off

Visitors gather at Fountain Park Stage to conclude the ChristmasVille festival and bid farewell to Santa. The celebration features live music, special thanks, and the reveal of People’s Choice contest winners for gingerbread houses, LEGO builds, cardboard ornaments, and window decorating. Attendees can also grab food from the festival's food trucks before settling in.

What to Expect

Send off Santa with music and People’s Choice contest winner announcements.

Event Details

Food & Drink

Food trucks are open before the ceremony.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and festivalgoers wanting a festive send-off

Vibe

Festive and celebratory

Energy Level

Low

Budget

Free

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Location

Fountain Park
300 East Main Street, Rock Hill, SC, 29730
Rock Hill, SC

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: Free event.
  • Hours: 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm.

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive before the ceremony if you want to get food from one of the food trucks beforehand.
  • Settle into a spot at the Fountain Park Stage to watch the music and announcements.
  • Stay for the People’s Choice announcements, which include winners for gingerbread houses, LEGO builds, cardboard ornaments and window decorating.
  • Allow about an hour for the ceremony and Santa’s send-off.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Free event.
  • This year, the ceremony starts earlier; food trucks are open beforehand.
  • Santa’s send-off takes place at the closing ceremony on December 6.

Quick Actions

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens during the closing ceremony?

The ceremony includes music, special thanks, big announcements and Santa’s send-off.

Which contest winners are announced?

People’s Choice winners are announced for gingerbread houses, LEGO builds, cardboard ornaments and window decorating.

Can I get food before the ceremony?

Yes. Food trucks are open before the ceremony.

Do I need a ticket to attend?

The closing ceremony is free.

What should I do before finding a spot for the ceremony?

Arrive in time to grab food from a festival food truck before settling in.

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Contributors & Updates

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