Christmas in Kingsport – Let’s keep the magic alive
As we continue the month celebrating the holiday season, Christmas in Kingsport wants to remind everyone of the exciting and festive events taking place in the Model City this week.
Enjoy a ride and some magical snow at the Kingsport Carousel, listen to holiday songs sung by a group of outstanding young singers and top the week off with some caroling by our own Lamplight Theatre performers.
These Christmas events are sure to keep the magic alive with you and your family this holiday season.
This is Kingsport has partnered with the Downtown Kingsport Association to bring you the best holiday events this year. Here are just a few happening in downtown Kingsport this week.
The Kingsport Carousel will host its final Twilight Carousel Rides of the season from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on December 18 – $1 per ride. Enjoy a magical holiday evening riding the carousel, surrounded by beautiful Christmas lights.
Then on December 19, return to downtown for our annual Christmas at the Carousel event from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Ride the carousel, play in the playground, make Christmas crafts and enjoy free treats while supplies last. Kingsport’s second vintage fire truck, Red Annie, will be in the Farmers Market for photo ops. Santa Claus himself might even swing by for a visit.
The Washington Elementary School Chorus will showcase their vocal talents during an event from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on December 19 in Centennial Park. Enjoy Christmas carols while surrounded by the falling snow.
Finally, the Lamplight Theatre Carolers will have a special performance at Glen Bruce Park on December 20 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. This festive event will be followed with falling snow throughout the park.
In what has become a popular tradition in downtown Kingsport, Christmas in the Park has returned this year and promises to be as festive and picturesque as ever before. Throughout the month of December, more than 100 Christmas trees – decorated by local businesses, individuals and city departments – will be on display in Glen Bruce Park and Centennial Park.
For the map of all display locations and a full list of Christmas events taking place in December, visit www.christmasinkingsport.com. You can also sign up for our free email and text alerts, so you don’t miss any of the festive fun.
