Christmas is celebrated in historic downtowns throughout the NC mountain regions and towns. There's nothing like the intimate small town lights, decorated shop windows and downtown evening strolls to set the stage for a memorable holiday.
Get links for more information on these and other things to do in the NC mountains on the NC Mountains Event Calendar.
You'll find lots of Christmas spirit tonight, December 7, in these charming mountain towns:
NC City: BLACK MOUNTAIN
Event: Holly Jolly Christmas A festive evening visiting downtown shops of Black Mountain with stores staying open late and Santa will make an appearance.
NC City: WAYNESVILLE
Event: Art After Dark Downtown galleries and studios remain open until 9 PM. The evening features special openings, demonstrations, artist receptions, and music.
NC City: WEAVERVILLE
Event: Weaverville Candlelight Christmas Stroll Downtown Weaverville will be aglow the with luminaries along the streetsand local choirs and bands will provide music. Horse and buggy rides will be available through town. Local businesses will be open late for Christmas shopping, and kids can visit with Santa.
NC City: HENDERSONVILLE
Event: Olde Fashioned Hendersonville Christmas -An event featuring carolers, entertainment, merchant's open house and refreshments, all with a Victorian flair. Held in historic downtown Hendersonville.
NC City: FRANKLIN
Event: Winter Wonderland in Franklin Franklin's Holiday Festival transforms Historic downtown Franklin into a Winter Wonderland. The event will be one night only with live music, Santa Clause, wagon rides and more. 5 PM - 9 PM. The Smoky Mountain Brass Quintet will be headlining the entertainment performing two concerts, one at 7:00 PM and the other at 8:00 PM. Artist Ryan McCurdy from Asheville will create a special slide made of ice for the young and young at heart to enjoy.
NC City: BOONE
Event: Boone First Friday Sampling the diverse offerings of art, music, shopping and dining, in North Carolina's most walkable neighborhood! - downtown Boone
NC City: DILLSBORO
Event: Dillsboro Lights and Luminaries Journey back to the days of yesteryear as Dillsboro presents its annual Festival of Lights and Luminaries. Experience the magic as the entire town is transformed into a winter wonderland of lights, candles, laughter and song! 2500 luminaries light your way to shops and studios. Horse and buggy rides available each night from 5-8 pm (cost + tips). Shopkeepers provide live music and serve holiday treats with hot cider and cocoa. Carolers sing and children visit with Santa at Town Hall.
“The Festival of Trees celebrates one of the area’s greatest industries and showcases our local businesses,” says Village Green Executive Director Ann Self. After the holiday season, the evergreen trees will be planted in The Village Green for continued enjoyment. 
