Last updated: November 11, 2024
Anticipating holiday cheer in Van Buren? Our guide will lead you to all the festive fun! Whether you're deeply rooted in Van Buren soil or just planting holiday seeds, our guide helps you bloom.
This season, the charming Holiday in Whoville and Christmas Parade brings to life the magic of Dr. Seuss's whimsical world, featuring lively floats and festive characters. With twinkling lights and seasonal music, Christmas at the Parks creates a delightful atmosphere for families to enjoy. And the Festival of Trees is something you definitely don't want to miss, showcasing intricately decorated trees from local organizations. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Van Buren Holiday Light Displays
Christmas at the Parks
- What to Expect
- Synchronized light and music show with an ice-skating rink.
- Description
- Van Buren's Christmas at the Parks features a walk-thru display at Freedom Park with a 30-foot-tall artificial tree and an ice-skating rink, as well as a three-quarter mile drive-thru show at Dr. Louis Peer Memorial Park with hundreds of thousands of lights and over 40 animated displays.
- Where
- Van Buren | More Info : Christmas at the Parks
Festival of Trees
- What to Expect
- Synchronized light and music show with animated displays.
- Description
- The Festival of Trees in Van Buren, Arkansas, features a spectacular light and music show at two locations, including a walk-thru display at Freedom Park and a drive-thru show at Dr. Louis Peer Memorial Park, with hundreds of thousands of lights and animated displays.
- Where
- Van Buren | More Info : Festival of Trees
Van Buren Other Holiday Activities
Holiday in Whoville and Christmas Parade
- What to Expect
- Themed floats and festive activities along Main Street.
- Description
- The Downtown Van Buren Christmas Parade, themed "Holiday in Whoville," features festive floats and activities along Main Street. The event is free and open to pedestrians, with vehicular traffic closed to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all attendees.
- Where
- Van Buren | More Info : Holiday in Whoville and Christmas Parade
Holiday Express Pajama Train
- What to Expect
- Complimentary hot cocoa and cookies.
- Description
- The Holiday Express Pajama Train is a festive 45-minute excursion departing from Van Buren and Springdale. All passengers enjoy hot cocoa and cookies complementary with their tickets, making it a delightful holiday experience for young children and those young at heart.
- Where
- Van Buren | More Info : Holiday Express Pajama Train
Scare on the Square
- What to Expect
- Interactive Halloween experience with themed decorations and activities.
- Description
- Scare on the Square is an immersive Halloween event featuring elaborate decorations, spooky attractions, and thrilling activities in a vibrant city square.
- Where
- Ozark | More Info : Scare on the Square