Create your holiday itinerary in Cave Spring! Our guide features all the top festive events and activities. Whether you're a local or just visiting, our guide ensures you experience the holiday charm of Cave Spring.
One highlight of the season is the Festival of Trees, where beautifully decorated trees create a mesmerizing forest of festive cheer that captivates all ages. Another cherished event is the Lexington Christmas Parade, showcasing a delightful array of floats and local talent that brings the community together in celebration. And the Christmas at Biltmore event is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring stunning holiday decorations that transform the estate into a winter wonderland. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Cave Spring
- Christmas at Biltmore (Asheville)
- Enchanted Garden of Lights (Lookout Mountain)
- Mountain Country Christmas in Lights (Hiawassee)
- Tweetsie Christmas (Blowing Rock)
- Festival of Trees (Lexington)
- Lexington Christmas Parade (Lexington)
- Christkindlmarkt (Helen)
- Drive-Thru Holiday Light Display (Lexington)
- Luminary Nights (Lexington)
- Jingle Bell Run 5K & Walk + Tot Trot (Lexington)
See these and even more events listed below!
Cave Spring Holiday Light Displays
Downtown Tree Lighting in the Gazebo
What to Expect:
Community-driven holiday tree lighting ceremony.
Description:
Join the Downtown Development Authority in Cave Spring for the Downtown Tree Lighting in the Gazebo on December 1, 2024, at 6:30 PM. This event marks the beginning of the Christmas season with a festive tree lighting ceremony.
Where: Cave Spring | More Info: Downtown Tree Lighting in the Gazebo
Luminary Nights
What to Expect:
Holiday light display with festive colors and campfires.
Description:
Explore Natural Bridge State Park under festive lighting and roaring fires. Stroll along the illuminated Cedar Creek Trail, and warm up by the campfires. Meet Mr. and Mrs. Claus in a holiday spirit-filled atmosphere.
Where: Lexington | More Info: Luminary Nights
Drive-Thru Holiday Light Display
What to Expect:
Scenic holiday light display along park pathways.
Description:
Drive through Glen Maury Park to see a dazzling display of holiday lights, illuminating the park's scenic pathways.
Where: Lexington | More Info: Drive-Thru Holiday Light Display
Christmas at Biltmore
What to Expect:
Gently illuminated by candles and crackling fireplaces.
Description:
Christmas at Biltmore features 67 hand-decorated trees, 100+ decorated trees with 25,000+ ornaments, and 1.5 miles of fresh garland. The estate is illuminated with 100,000 sparkling lights, creating a holiday vision made real with fragrant wreaths, glittering garland, and the scent of fresh pine.
Where: Asheville | More Info: Christmas at Biltmore
Tweetsie Christmas
What to Expect:
Holiday train ride with over 1 million lights.
Description:
Celebrate the holiday season at Tweetsie Railroad with a 20-minute nighttime train ride through over 1 million Christmas lights, a live Christmas variety show, and kid-friendly amusement rides. Meet Santa in his Gingerbread House filled with candied furnishings and enjoy roasting s’mores over an outdoor fire.
Where: Blowing Rock | More Info: Tweetsie Christmas
Mountain Country Christmas in Lights
What to Expect:
Spectacular holiday light show with special exhibits and activities.
Description:
The Mountain Country Christmas in Lights at the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds in Hiawassee, GA, features a spectacular holiday light show with Christmas music, arts and crafts, food, fun, entertainment, photo opportunities, and a visit with Santa Claus. The event runs from 6pm-9pm Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from November 28 to December 7th, and every night from December 12th to 23rd.
Where: Hiawassee | More Info: Mountain Country Christmas in Lights
Enchanted Garden of Lights
What to Expect:
Immersive holiday light display with interactive Santa experiences.
Description:
Rock City's Enchanted Garden of Lights is a nighttime holiday tradition featuring over a million Christmas lights, a lighted Grand Corridor, and an all-new Santa experience. Guests can walk through a festival of trees to visit Santa in his living room and explore unique finds at Gardens Gateway and Woodland Wonders.
Where: Lookout Mountain | More Info: Enchanted Garden of Lights
Cave Spring Holiday Markets and Shopping
Small Town Christmas in the Country
What to Expect:
Local artisans showcase handmade crafts and seasonal goods.
Description:
Join us for the Small Town Christmas in the Country, an annual arts and crafts festival featuring a Christmas Bazaar. Enjoy local vendors selling handmade gifts, seasonal items, and delicious treats. The event takes place on December 7, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Where: Cave Spring | More Info: Small Town Christmas in the Country
Christkindlmarkt
What to Expect:
Traditional German market with local and imported Christmas specialties.
Description:
The 17th Annual Helen's Christmas Market in Helen, Georgia, offers unique handmade Christmas gifts and decorations, along with an assortment of savory and sweet foods, drinks, and candied treats available at fine restaurants.
Where: Helen | More Info: Christkindlmarkt
Cave Spring Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Candlelight Processional & Tree Lighting
What to Expect:
Family-friendly procession with Santa and Mrs. Claus, horse-drawn carriage, and community tree lighting.
Description:
The Candlelight Processional & Tree Lighting is a family-friendly event where Santa and Mrs. Claus lead a procession down Main Street, accompanied by a horse-drawn carriage. The event culminates at Hopkins Green, where caroling continues and the community tree is lit, officially ushering in the holiday season.
Where: Lexington | More Info: Candlelight Processional & Tree Lighting
Cave Spring Holiday Giving Opportunities
Festival of Trees
What to Expect:
Community-driven holiday tree decorating with voting and donation opportunities.
Description:
Local organizations decorate holiday trees to represent themselves in the community. Community members vote for their favorite tree by placing donation items under it. You can also purchase ballots to cast votes.
Where: Lexington | More Info: Festival of Trees
Cave Spring Other Holiday Activities
Lexington Christmas Parade
What to Expect:
Parade of Lights with community participation.
Description:
The Lexington Christmas Parade is a cherished holiday tradition featuring floats, emergency vehicles, and of course, Santa Claus, all lined up along Main Street.
Where: Lexington | More Info: Lexington Christmas Parade
Jingle Bell Run 5K & Walk + Tot Trot
What to Expect:
Unique awards for top-three overall male and female winners.
Description:
The Jingle Bell Run/Walk is a 5K and 1.5-mile fun run/walk through Downtown Lexington, Virginia, welcoming runners and walkers of all abilities. Festive attire and costumes are encouraged, and participants will receive mini-sleigh bells and custom-made fleece headbands. The event includes a raffle with gift certificates and prizes from local shops and restaurants.
Where: Lexington | More Info: Jingle Bell Run 5K & Walk + Tot Trot
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Roanoke (5 miles)
- Salem (5 miles)
- Blacksburg (22 miles)
- Christiansburg (23 miles)