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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Join ROCK HILL MASONIC LODGE 111 A.F.M. for an open house/tour of their Free Mason building and grounds, which is usually closed to the public, and learn about the fraternities' impact on the city of Rock Hill and the surrounding areas. The lodge pre-dates the city of Rock Hill and has ties to the White Family and White Home next door.
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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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Join local librarians as they take turns reading holiday stories to children and lead everyone in an activity. We plan to have books where we can give each child one to take home to keep. Dec 1: Fountain Park Stage 8:45am - 10:30am Dec 2: The Grinch's House (SouthState Bank) 10:00am-1:00pm
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Immerse yourself in your favorite childhood stories and rhymes read by Mother Goose. Readings take place in the library, and then Mother Goose and her helpers will lead everyone outside where you can try to spot her on the Vernon Grant mural that pays tribute to his life and illustrations, including Santa and gnomes! Registration Links: 9:15: https://yclibrary.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=37484&df=calendar&backTo=Calendar&startDate=2023/12/01 10:15: https://yclibrary.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=38117&df=calendar&backTo=Calendar&startDate=2023/12/01 5:15: https://yclibrary.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=38118&df=calendar&backTo=Calendar&startDate=2023/12/01
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Get ready to roll up your sleeves and join us for a fun-filled day of building and decorating delicious Bundt cakes at our in-person event. Tickets: Dec 1st @ 10:00 a.m.: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/build-a-bundt-tickets-748523753697?aff=oddtdtcreator Dec 1st @ 11:30 a.m.: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/build-a-bundt-tickets-753807126407?aff=oddtdtcreator Dec 2nd @ 10:00 a.m.: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/build-a-bundt-tickets-753805561727?aff=oddtdtcreator Dec 2nd @ 11:30 a.m.: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/build-a-bundt-tickets-753807778357?aff=oddtdtcreator
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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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Airing of the Quilts originated years ago and was an annual tradition in the late spring or fall. The women would bring out all the quilts and hang them on the clotheslines, drape on the porch or any place that they could be aired out and prepped for the cold winter months ahead. That old tradition as turned into many forms of the same concept but more for show and inspiration vs the utility of winter prep. Draping the pews of a church with quilts has been a new tradition in it's own right - whether for inspiration or memorial it is always a warm hearted feel to see all the quilts that have been pieced with love displayed in such a lovely backdrop as a church. SewEndipitous is lucky to partner with The Episcopal Church of Our Saviour on Caldwell Street to bring you this activity!
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Nothing says "You BELONG at ChristmasVille" more than the sounds of the season! This year will include Carolers and Handbell Choirs throughout the weekend, as well as other special music for our Friday event. Carolers will stroll the streets of Old Town and sing in costume some of your favorite holiday songs. Join along! On Saturday, Dec 2nd, from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, local Handbell Choirs will ring in the season. The Handbells will be located outside of the City Club Plaza, on the lower level off Elk Ave. Make plans to join us as we sing and ring in the season of "Belonging" together!
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