2025 Downtown Salisbury Holiday Highlights

 

  • Downtown Salisbury Christmas Tree Lighting:
    • Date: November 26, 2025
    • Time: Following the 'Tis the Season Spectacular Parade
    • Location: Bell Tower Green
  • 'Tis the Season Spectacular Parade:

This guide also includes Christmas parades and tree lighting ceremonies happening throughout Rowan County, including Kannapolis, Spencer, Landis, China Grove, Faith, Cleveland, and Granite Quarry.

 

 

The holiday season in Rowan County, North Carolina, is a time of sparkling lights, joyful music, and treasured traditions. From the twinkle of Christmas trees to the cheer of hometown parades, our communities come alive with festive spirit and small-town charm. Whether you’re here to kick off the season with a parade, sing carols at a tree lighting, or simply soak in the holiday magic, Rowan County is a magical place to celebrate with family and friends this holiday season.

Rowan County Christmas Parades 2025

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There’s nothing quite like the sound of marching bands and the sight of floats gliding down Main Street to usher in the season. Rowan County’s holiday parades bring together the heart of our towns with dazzling displays, local performers, and Santa himself! From the Southern Rowan Christmas Parade to Salisbury’s beloved ‘Tis the Season Spectacular, each event spreads joy and community spirit across the county.

 

'Tis the Season Spectacular ParadePhoto by "'Tis the Season Spectacular" on Facebook

 

Here’s where you can catch the holiday magic on parade this year:

Landis & China Grove's Southern Rowan Christmas Parade

November 25, 2025

3 P.M. in Landis, 4 P.M. in China Grove
 

Salisbury's 'Tis the Season Spectacular

November 26, 2025

3 P.M.

 

Spencer's Holiday Caravan Parade

November 26, 2025

6:30 P.M.

 

Faith Frosty Fest Golf Cart Procession

November 29, 2025

6 P.M.

 

Winterfest's Doo Dah Kid's Parade in Spencer, N.C.

December 5, 2025

6 P.M.

 

Town of Cleveland Christmas Parade

December 6, 2025

2 P.M.

 

City of Kannapolis Christmas Parade

December 13, 2025

6 P.M.

Rowan County Christmas Tree Lightings 2025

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Few moments capture the magic of the holidays quite like the first flicker of lights on a Christmas tree. Across Rowan County, our towns invite you to gather for heartwarming tree lighting ceremonies featuring carolers, hot cocoa, and visits from Santa. These community celebrations create a sparkling start to the most wonderful time of the year.

 

People ice skating in front of Christmas tree

Photo taken at Spencer's Winterfest.

Join the festivities at these local tree lightings:

Kannapolis' Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

November 15, 2025

6 P.M.

 

Downtown Landis' Christmas Tree Lighting Celebation

November 25, 2025

6 P.M.

 

Downtown Salisbury's Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

November 26, 2025

Following the 'Tis the Season Spectacular Parade

 

Faith Frosty Fest Tree Lighting

November 29, 2025

After Golf Cart Procession (6 P.M.)

 

Winterfest Christmas Tree Lighting in Spencer, N.C.

December 5, 2025

5 P.M.

 

Town of Cleveland's Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

December 5, 2025

6 P.M.

 

Granite Quarry's Christmas at the Lake Tree Lighting

December 6, 2025

Event 3-5 P.M.; Tree Lighting at Dusk

 

China Grove's Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

December 6, 2025

5-8 P.M.

Plan Your Original Holiday Visit

Make your holiday getaway even merrier with an overnight stay in Rowan County! Whether you’re here for a weekend of parades, a cozy holiday market, or a tree lighting celebration, you can stay and save this season. Book our Christmas in Rowan County Stay & Play Package and receive 50% of your stay back in VISA e-gift card rewards! Use the booking widget below to see if your travel dates qualify and unwrap big savings while enjoying festive fun across the county.

 

 

This holiday season, experience the wonder of Christmas in Rowan County - where every parade, tree lighting, and twinkling light captures the joy of the season. From small-town streets lined with smiling faces to the glow of community spirit, our holiday celebrations are a gift you’ll treasure year after year. Stay tuned to our event calendar for even more festivities, and make Rowan County part of your holiday traditions!

 

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