City of Kingsport Christmas Guide

Holiday festivities are in full swing in Kingsport, and the city is bursting with festive fun for families, friends and visitors of all ages. From magical snow and twinkling lights to creative crafts and merry music, December is packed with events to help celebrate the countdown to the holidays. Here’s your complete roundup of seasonal happenings:

‘By the Fireside’ Symphony of the Mountains Concert
This season’s concert is filled with classic carols, festive favorites and all the holiday songs to get you in the spirit. The event will start at 3 p.m. at Toy F. Reid Eastman Employee Center.

Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting
Kick off the season with one of Kingsport’s most cherished traditions. The parade begins at 6 p.m. starting at Clinchfield and West Center streets. Attendees can enjoy floats, lights, marching bands and a visit from Santa Claus. The Tree Lighting Ceremony will begin at 7:45 p.m. at Church Circle, featuring a candlelight ceremony and carols. Expect magical snowfall throughout the evening!

Kingsport Ballet: The Nutcracker
Watch Clara’s dream come to life in this classic tale under Artistic Director Leonid Flegmatov at the Ballad Health Performing Arts Center.

Laser Holiday
Experience a night of classics and modern holiday music set to a spectacular laser show with two performances at 5:30 and 6:30 p.m.

Symphony Of The Mountains Brass Quartet Christmas Concert
Enjoy the sounds of the season at Centennial Park starting at 5:30 p.m., complete with snow falling to set the atmosphere.

A.S.P.I.R.E. Inclusive Christmas 2025
A.S.P.I.R.E. is hosting a holiday event for anyone with intellectual and physical disabilities. Attendees can enjoy hot chocolate, games and crafts from 6-8 p.m. at V.O. Dobbins, Sr. Complex.

Hot Chocolate with Santa and The Grinch
Join us at Glen Bruce Park from 6-7:30 p.m. with friends for visits from Santa Claus and The Grinch, carols, hot chocolate and magical falling snow.

Allandale Christmas Tours
Explore the stunning decorated rooms of the Allandale Mansion. Every room features a Christmas tree decorated with a theme. The tours are self-guided and normally take about 30 minutes to an hour, with volunteers available to share history of the estate.

Live Christmas Nativity
The collective churches of Church Circle will present their annual Come to Bethlehem: A Living Nativity beginning at 6 p.m.

Christmas at the Carousel
Ride the carousel from 1-3 p.m., enjoy Christmas crafts, free treats (while supplies last) and meet Buddy the Elf, Elsa, Olaf and Santa Claus!

Holiday Planetarium Yoga
Relax and unwind at this immersive yoga class at Bays Mountain inside the planetarium theater from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. The class will feature a sun and moon that simulates a day’s journey for all levels of yoga lovers.

Washington Elementary Chorus at Centennial Park
Hear the joyful voices of local students singing holiday favorites from 6-7:30 p.m. under falling snow.

Lamplight Carolers at Glen Bruce Park
Stroll through a snowy scene while listening to local carolers from 6-7:30 p.m.

Christmas Market
Enjoy a festive marketplace filled with handcrafted gifts, boutiques, jewelry, food trucks, face painting, Ben the illusionist and more from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Photos with Santa are available from 11 a.m.-6 p.m., with special guest The Grinch.