Festival organizers have been busy bringing their imaginations to life through the creation of what we believe to be some pretty spectacular, memory-making moments at ChristmasVille 2025! Take a look at all that we have in store for ChristmasVille 2025!
Come inside one of Santa’s favorite shopping spots and leave him a note at our official North Pole Mail Box. Kids of all ages are welcome to come in and write a letter or drop one off. We’ll make sure Santa gets it!
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By now, you’ve likely seen multiple illustrations of distinctly styled Santas and various gnomes throughout ChristmasVille’s website, as well as throughout Old Town if you’ve already begun exploring. These whimsical creations are the work of Rock Hill’s adopted son and famed illustrator, Vernon Grant, most widely known for his three fun-loving gnomes used to market Kellogg’s Rice Krispies®. Vernon’s work encompasses much more than Snap ®, Crackle ®, and Pop® through his abundant illustrations for nationally known magazines and advertising campaigns. Vernon Grant’s artwork can be seen displayed on street poles and in art galleries within Old Town during the entire month of December. There’s even a larger-than-life mural inspired by his iconic images, as well as multiple 3D museum-quality models in storefront windows along Main Street! In 2016, ChristmasVille organizers established a tradition of re-imagining Vernon Grant People’s Choice Santa images by commissioning life-size 3D creations. This year, the 8th model will be added to the collection, and we encourage you to take a stroll along Main Street to spot these handmade treasures. You can even turn it into a fun scavenger hunt! A special thanks is extended to Showtime Theatre Company for installing these works. Grant the Gnome's […]
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Old Town comes alive with half a million twinkling lights during the month of December through the beautifully lit trees that line Main Street and Fountain Park, as well as along the trim of historic buildings, and down the numerous walkways that leave you feeling all warm and fuzzy inside. Grab a camera and your family or friends to explore the magic and wonder this ChristmasVille, and even into the new year! Walkways include: Cotton Alley adjacent to 121 E. Main St. sponsored by Piedmont Medical Center Elk Avenue Walkway adjacent to 130 E. Main St. sponsored by Rock Hill Coca-Cola Freedom Walkway at 139 E. Main St. sponsored by Williams & Fudge The Anderson Walkway at 108 E. Main St sponsored by Visit York County Warehouses on White Walkway at 130 W. White St. sponsored by Springs Creative Grant the Gnome's Pro Tip: If you have any trouble finding the walkways, just look for the lights!
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Let your wishes take flight in a magical message to the North Pole! This is a free event that is perfect for the whole family! Pre-register to secure your spot.
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Overhead Station will host Santa's Elf as she offers free cookies to children.
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Make sure you're properly prepared for Santa’s arrival on Christmas Eve by guaranteeing his reindeer can locate your home and fuel up for their busiest night of the year! Grab a bag and fill it with reindeer mix at the brand-new reindeer barn! This experience is made possible through the support of Carolina Fresh Farms. Grant the Gnome's Pro Tip: Stop by throughout the day for a chance to see a few tiny reindeer (puppets).
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Ever wonder about Santa’s process when he’s making his list and checking it twice? At Friends Books on Main, you can get a glimpse into where he does some of his best work…in Santa’s Library! While Santa is out and about in Old Town, check out what he’s been up to, and make sure your name is on the “Nice List”. Santa’s Library is also a great spot for a photo opportunity, so be sure to snap a shot! Grant the Gnome’s Pro Tip: You’ll be surrounded by thousands of donated books, DVDs, audiobooks, and CDs at great prices, where all the proceeds benefit York County Libraries, so look around for a bit, and don’t leave without checking out the trees constructed from books!
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Old Town expands over what we like to call the “Merry Mile”. To help in your exploration of all the festivities happening throughout Old Town during ChristmasVille, jump on and off the trolleys making stops at 4 key locations along the Merry Mile, so you don’t miss a thing! Start where you like...there is a stop on Black Street behind the Fountain Park Stage by the ice rink, another in the parking lot near Dave Lyle Blvd. and White Street by the carousel. Across the tracks along White Street you’ll find two additional stops, with one being by Knowledge Perk so you can shop at the Vendor Market, and the final location being within University Center by the parking decks. Just look for the Rock Hill Ford vehicles and signage designating each trolley stop. We thank them for their sponsorship of these trolleys! Grant the Gnome’s Pro Tip: While the trolleys are a fun way to get around ChristmasVille, remember it’s only a mile from end-to-end, so it’s an easy walk too!
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Come join the fun in the University Center area for more fun in Old Town! Camp Canaan will host games, including archery and disc golf. There will be Cornhole boards from Come-See-Me out for you to have free play, and don’t forget to leave a holiday message in chalk. All of this will take place in the newly developed area in University Center. Don’t know how to get there? Just jump on the trolley, and it will take you there! Chalk will be on Saturday only.
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Join us to celebrate the holidays using traditions from around the world. Practice a Dutch tradition and take carrots from the garden and put them in a stocking for Santa's horse; check the felt tree for ornamental pickles like in Germany; put on a red cape and pretend to be one of Santa's sisters stacking presents, a Chinese version of the Santa tale. No matter where you're from or where you're going, we hope that you'll feel right at home this holiday season at Main Street Children's Museum.
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