🌟 Welcome to "All is Merry and Bright: A Holiday Guide for Parades, Light Displays, Tree Lightings, Santa Sightings, and More"! 🎄 updated 12/5/23
As the festive season approaches, the air becomes crisp, and the magic of the holidays fills the atmosphere. It's that time of the year when cities and towns come to life with dazzling lights, joyous parades, and enchanting displays, creating a warm and inviting wonderland for all. In and around Winston-Salem, we've embarked on a journey to uncover the very best of what this holiday season has to offer.
Our team has scoured the city and its surroundings to bring you a curated list of the most delightful, heartwarming, and mirthful experiences the holidays have to offer. Whether you're a local looking to explore new traditions or a visitor in search of seasonal delights, we've got you covered.
But the magic doesn't stop here. We're thrilled to announce that this guide is a living, breathing document. As new discoveries and submissions come our way, we'll continue to expand and enhance our list. If we've missed your favorite holiday spot or event, don't hesitate to let us know. Your input is invaluable, and it will help make this guide even more comprehensive and festive for all.
Join us on this spirited journey through Winston-Salem's holiday wonders, where parades twinkle with lights, tree lightings bring cheer, Santa sightings spark smiles, and much more. Let's make this season "merry and bright" together! 🎅🎉✨
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ONGOING HOLIDAY FAVORITES
Kersey Valley Christmas
Nov. 24 – 26; Dec. 1 – 3, 8 – 10, 15 – 23
Kersey Valley, Archdale
Follow the link to their website for more information by clicking here
Tanglewood Festival of Lights
November 17, 2023 – January 1, 2024; 6PM – 11PM
Tanglewood Park, Clemmons
Details here: forsyth.cc/Parks/Tanglewood/fol/
The Purple Bench Collective
November 17, 2023 – December 20, 2023
The Purple Bench will be holding its 4th annual Giving Tree Fundraiser. The ornaments will be hung, and ready for purchase. All proceeds go to help as many children as possible feel the joy of Christmas by purchasing gifts from each child's list. Donations can also be made through CashApp to $ThePurpleBench.
SAVE THE DATE
TREE LIGHTING & OTHER HOLIDAY EVENTS
Clemmons Annual Tree Lighting
Nov. 28, 2023, at 5:30 pm
Village of Clemmons
For more details, click here
30th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting
November 30, 2023, starting at 6 pm
Downtown Rural Hall
For more details, click here
Christmas Tree Lighting with Santa
December 1, 2023, at 6:30 pm
Shallowford Square, Lewisville
For more details, click here
Pilot Mountain’s Tree Lighting & Parade
December 2, 2023 – Tree Lighting at 5:30pm and Parade starts at 6pm
Downtown Pilot Mountain
For more details, click here
Kernersville Tree Lighting
December 2, 2023, from 6 to 9 pm
Harmon Park, Kernersville
For more details, click here
Yadkinville Christmas Tree Lighting and Parade
December 1, 2023, at 6pm
Downtown Yadkinville
For more details, click here
SANTA CLAUSE IS COMING TO TOWN!
PARADES
Mount Airy Christmas Parade
Nov. 25, 2023, at 5 pm
Downtown Mt. Airy
For more details, click here
Winston-Salem Jaycees Downtown Holiday Parade
December 2, 2023, at 5 pm
Downtown Winston-Salem
For more details, click here
Yadkinville Christmas Parade
December 2, 2023, at 10 am
Downtown Yadkinville
Det For more details, click here
Pilot Mountain’s Christmas Parade
December 2, 2023
Starts immediately after 5:30 pm tree lighting at 6 pm
Begins at Main Street between East Surry High School and Academy Street
For more details, click here
Kernersville Christmas Parade
Dec. 3, 2023, at 2:30 – 4 pm
Downtown Kernersville
For more details, click here
Rural Hall Christmas Parade
Dec. 3, 2023, at 2 pm
Begins at the intersection of Broad Street and Wall Street
For more details, click here
Lexington Christmas Parade
Dec. 4, 2023, at 6 pm
Starts on Main Street, Uptown Lexington
For more details click here
Advance Christmas Parade
December 9, 2023, from 10 am
Advance Fire Department, 1869 NC Highway 801 S
For more details, click here
Lewisville Christmas Parade
Dec. 10, 2023, at 3 pm
Shallowford Square
For more details, click here
PHOTO OPS WITH SANTA
Hanes Mall, Winston-Salem (Now – Dec. 24, 2023)
For more details, click here
Kersey Valley Christmas, Archdale (Select nights in Nov & Dec – Purchase tickets in advance)
For more details, click here
Smith Hollow Farm, Kernersville, ( Dec. 3 . 3, 9, 10, 16 & 17, 2023)
For more details, click here
The Farm Dobson (Nov. 24- Dec. 28, 2023)
For more details, click here
Spectacular Blooms with Santa, Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden, Kernersville
Thursday-Sunday, Nov. 24-Dec. 30, 2023 (5:30pm – 8pm) – Purchase tickets in advance
For more details, click here
Festive Family Friday, Kaleideum North, Winston-Salem
Dec. 8, 2023 (6pm – 9pm)
For more details, click here
Santa at the Caboose,
Rural Hall Historic Train Depot
Dec. 9, 2023 (5:30pm – 7:30pm)
For more details, click here
Christmas in the Barn, American Legion, King
Dec. 9, 2023 (5pm – 8pm)
For more details, click here
Dinner with Santa, Midtown Cafe & Dessertery, W-S
Dec. 9, 2023 (5:30pm)
For more details, click here
Santa visits Little Italy, Rural Hall
Dec. 16, 2023 (12pm – 3pm)
For more details, click here
Walnut & Broad Holiday Event, 905-907 Broad St. Winston Salem
Dec. 17, 2023 (12-2pm)
Event page: coming soon!
