An annual tradition since 1988, Christmas in Davidson kicks off the holiday season December 1 - 12 offering the young and young-at-heart 12 magical days of holiday family fun! With an estimated attendance of 20,000+ each year, Christmas in Davidson offers you and your loved ones the opportunity to make holiday memories. No other area event generates as much excitement and community goodwill. Take
a ride on the trolley, stroll down beautiful and picturesque Main Street, start your holiday shopping early at the many wonderful and unique specialty shops, take a journey through the Holiday Village of vendors on the Village Green and enjoy a wide variety of entertainment on the Library Stage. Be sure to visit Ten Thousand Villages at the Davidson College Presbyterian Church Congregation House for goods from over 30 developing countries. Take the little ones for that all important visit with Santa and then sit in on Story Time with Mrs. Visit the many participating Davidson businesses who will be offering everything from reindeer food and art projects for the kids to live music and complimentary beverages. Make sure to visit Town Hall where the little ones can enjoy a wonderful holiday theater performance and ‘make & take’ craft projects. Enjoy the fine foods and beverages at the many fantastic restaurants Davidson has to offer and also inside Frosty’s Food Court. Experience the wonder and beauty of the Live Nativity. Enjoy the amazing entertainment offered nightly by Davidson United Methodist Church. Make sure you take the family holiday photo as you enjoy your Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides down Main Street. Then jump on over to South Main Square, while the kiddies enjoy ice skating on the outdoor rink or gingerbread man cookies, Mom & Dad can enjoy the delectable treats from the South Main restaurants as well as the other entertainment experience from the South Main Square merchants. There is something fun and entertaining for everyone of all ages at Christmas in Davidson!
