Ho! Ho! Ho! Santa Claus is coming to town! There’s no better way to get in the Christmas Spirit than with a visit from the man in red himself. We’ve put together a list of Santa Sightings around Kingsport to make sure your holiday season is Merry and Bright!
Beginning on November 28th through Christmas Eve, don’t miss Santa Pictures at the Fort Henry Mall. Stop by the mall (2101 Fort Henry Drive) and let Santa know what’s on your wish list this year. Walk ups are welcome every day until closing time or you can book your photos online. Click here for time slots and available photo packages.
Downtown Kingsport Association is hosting the first-ever Downtown Kingsport Christmas Market, sponsored by Brightspeed, as part of its Small Business Saturday celebration. The market will be held at Glen Bruce Park (400 Broad St.) on Saturday, December 6th from 10:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m. Featuring locally crafted goods, art, crafts, and delicious homemade treats, you’ll find something for everyone on your list! Browse among the local vendors, enjoy food from Admission is free. Food, beverages and pictures with Santa will be available for purchase.
Downtown Kingsport is the place to be on Saturday, December 6th! The Downtown Kingsport Association Jingle & Mingle Shop and Hop takes place throughout the day at more than 50 downtown businesses. Specials and sales will help you find the perfect gift for everyone on your Christmas shopping list. The Very Merry Food Truck Rally, sponsored by Appalachian Community Federal Credit Union, takes place between 3:00 p.m and 8:00 p.m. There will be eight different food trucks set up on the West New Street. Santa Claus, the head elf himself, will be downtown for Pictures with Santa, sponsored by Brightspeed. Santa will be on hand from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. on the terrace at City Hall to take photos. Memories Matter Photo Booth will be on hand for photography. Digital images are free and print copies will be available for purchase. During the evening, Christmas kicks into high gear with the Kingsport Christmas Parade, sponsored by Firestone Complete Auto Care, at 6 p.m. All parade entries are adorned with Christmas lights during this nighttime parade, providing a magical holiday experience! The parade will also be live streamed on WJHL. Immediately following the parade at approximately 7:45 p.m., the Kingsport Christmas Tree Lighting, will be held at the community tree in Church Circle.
Allandale Mansion (4444 West Stone Drive) is welcoming visitors to explore its grounds and see the beautiful Christmas displays on a self-guided tour December 7th-8th. Santa will join the Christmas Tours at Allandale Mansion on December 8th from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. (Santa will stop by for a visit between 2:00-4:00). At the end of your tour, enjoy cookies and cider in the mansion’s dining room (while supplies last). Tickets are $5 and can be purchased by clicking here.
Join Washington Elementary School Chorus at Christmas in Kingsport on December 14 in Centennial Park from 6:00 until 7:30 p.m.
The Kingsport Carousel (350 Clinchfield Street) is joining in on the holiday fun! Stop by for A Carousel Christmas on December 19 from 1 until 3 p.m. for free treats, festive games and a visit from Santa Claus. Kids of all ages can also take a spin on one of the iconic animals on the carousel.
Visit Kingsport is launching the Peppermint Trial on December 1st with more than 30 local businesses creating peppermint based treats, drinks, and gifts to show off the Christmas spirit for their local business. Whether you’re strolling with family or enjoying a date night, the Peppermint Trail offers a joyful way to experience Kingsport’s holiday spirit. Follow Visit Kingsport on social media to find more information.
To stay up to date with all the Christmas events happening in Kingsport or for more details, check out the Christmas in Kingsport website by clicking here.
