The Town of Franklin, North Carolina officially kicks off the holiday season with the first night of Winter Wonderland. Our Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony will begin at 7:00 pm on Saturday, November 25th. The Tree Lighting Ceremony takes place at the Gazebo on the Square in Downtown Franklin.
Winter Wonderland 2024
The Town of Franklin presents ... WINTER WONDERLAND 2024
Saturdays • November 30th & December 7th
5:00pm to 8:00pm • Downtown Franklin, North Carolina
Join with the Town of Franklin as we ring in the holidays with Winter Wonderland. These annual events are held on the two Saturdays after Thanksgiving from 5:00 pm to 8:00 each evening. Plus, you'll be able to enjoy enhanced holiday decor throughout the season with many great photo opportunities.
See our Facebook Page for details!
Keep scrolling for more information!
tree lighting ceremony • Nov. 30th • 7 PM
Expanded Holiday Decor • Throughout the Season!
There will be photo ops galore during Winter Wonderland and anytime you visit Downtown Franklin, NC. It is a great time for family photos or a reminder of your special visit to Franklin!
You can also enjoy Franklin's holiday decor throughout the season from late November until just after the New Year.
visit with jolly ole st. nick! • Both Nights!
Yes indeed! Santa will be making appearances both nights of Winter Wonderland! His visit is always a special time as he takes to the streets to spread cheer and speak with the young ones about their holiday wishes. You'll find him along the streets of Downtown Franklin and inside our local merchants visiting with both young and young at heart!
FREE CARRIAGE RIDES • BOTH NIGHTS!
A perennial favorite during Winter Wonderland is the free carriage rides. Those wishing to take a spin can board in front of the Macon County Courthouse on Main Street across from the Gazebo on the Square. These free rides are offered both nights.
SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY™ • November 30th
The Town of Franklin is honored to again be a Neighborhood Champion of Small Business Saturday. We encourage you to Shop Small and Shop Local all season long!
Merchant Sponsored Candlelight Ceremony • Nov. 30th • 7:15 PM
Immediately following the Town of Franklin's Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, merchants will present the Annual Candlelight Service on the Speaker's Corner at the Macon County Courthouse. The event will be led by Rev. Dr. Vic Greene & Rev. Janet Greene.