Celebrate the Season in Wilkesboro

Celebrate the Season in Wilkesboro

Storefronts decorated with Santa and snowmen, holiday lights strung along city streets, favorite Christmas movies playing on the big screen -- it’s the little things that help make the holiday season magical. You can experience all of that this season in Wilkesboro where there are a variety of fun events planned outdoors to help you and your family immerse yourselves in the Christmas spirit.

Winterland in Wilkesboro
Dec. 5, 4-7 p.m. (rain date Dec. 12)

Bring the kids for a fun-filled evening of games, activities and shopping in downtown Wilkesboro. Merchants will stay open longer for you to browse through the shops and hunt for the perfect Christmas gift for your friends and family. Kids will enjoy getting to see fire trucks and other emergency vehicles on display, as well ask take part in a scavenger hunt through the town. Prizes include 200 custom-made souvenir teddy bears, and the grand prize winner will receive a Nintendo Switch. The highlight of the evening of course is the traditional visit with Santa, but without the hassle of waiting in line. This year tickets will be given out and texts will alert you when it’s time to get your one-on-one time with the jolly elf.

Plan to come early for the Heritage Museum’s Holiday Open House. The museum will be open free of charge from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
 

Blake Farms - Christmas at the Farm
Dec. 5, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. (Rain or Shine)

Blake Farms, 4674 Hunting Creek Road, North Wilkesboro

Food trucks and local artisans will help turn Blake Farms into a Christmas extravaganza the whole family will enjoy. More than 60 local artists and vendors will be set up with their handcrafted items to help you complete your holiday shopping. Kids will get a chance to make their own art at Santa’s workshop. Music and clogging from local groups will provide entertainment. Round out the fun with a COVID-friendly hayride.

West Park After Dark: Christmas Drive-In Movie

Dec. 12, 7 p.m.

Elf and A Charlie Brown Christmas

Holiday movies are a family tradition for many this time of year, and now you can enjoy two favorites on the big screen with the community! Bring the whole family to West Park for a showing of A Charlie Brown Christmas and Elf on three big screens. Admission is just $5 per car. Advanced registration required.

Where to Stay

With all this holiday excitement planned, it looks like it’s time to find your mittens and toboggans and head out to Wilkesboro for Christmas fun. Make a weekend of it and enjoy plenty of time to shop and explore all Wilkesboro has to offer with a stay in one of our great hotels.