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SANTA SIGHTINGS &
HOLIDAY EVENTS 2025
The following list includes places
where children can visit Santa:
Click titles to visit each event's website/Facebook Page.
Events with * require preregistration.
​Aloha Safari Park
When: Nov. 28th - Dec. 31st (Santa's last day is 12/24)
(See website for dates and times)
Where: 159 Mini Lane, Cameron NC
Come see a beautiful 2-mile drive through trail with over 2 million lights!
When you're done, go inside for hot cocoa, make smores, feed a giraffe,
and take a picture with Santa and a baby kangaroo. HOW FUN!
$12 per person for ages 2 and over​
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Highlanders Farm
When: November 28th - December 28th
See website for specific days and times)
Where: 5784 NC Hwy 22, Carthage
See Santa and have your picture taken with him when you visit the drive through light show and enjoy hot chocolate, cider, and ice cream! Santa will be available for photos December 6th, 7th, 11th, 12th, 14th, and 19th-21st.​
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Christmas at Kalawi Farm*
When: Saturday, December 12th & 13th, 4:30pm or 6:00pm
Where: 1515 NC HWY 211, Eagle Springs
Book a festive “sleigh” ride to the Christmas cabin to enjoy cookies & hot cocoa and visit with Santa and the gang! Mrs. Claus will be there to lead songs & tell stories to the little ones too! Call/text 910.315.9844 to book your time slot!​​​
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​​Supper with Santa*
When: Friday, December 12th, 6:00pm-8:00pm
*Pre-Registration is required by December 6 or until full
Where: Aberdeen Recreation Center, 301 Lake Park Crossing
Join the Aberdeen Parks and Recreation Department for a catered dinner, holiday crafts, and a holiday movie as you hang out with Santa.
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When: Saturday, December 13th, 9:00am-11:30am
Where: Sandhills Woman's Exchange
Come enjoy a pancake breakfast with Santa! There will also be a magic show, face painting, and balloon animals! Call 910.295.4677 to register.
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Santa is coming to The Corner Collective
When: Saturday, December 13th, 11:00am-1:00pm
Where: 290 SW Broad Street, Southern Pines
Santa wants to see you! Come share your wish list and take a few pictures with Santa himself! Hot cocoa and sweet treats will be offered.
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When: Saturday, December 13th, 12:00pm
Where: 407 HWY 15/501, Carthage
Come see Santa as he arrives on a tractor and have some family fun! There will be live Bluegrass music, face painting, a bounce house, and free collard sandwiches.
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​​Visit Santa at Provision Ace
When: Sunday, December 14th, 1:00-1:00pm
Where: 445 Capital Drive, Whispering Pines
Bring the kids for a festive visit with Santa as they share their Christmas wishes and enjoy a little holiday magic. Don't forget your camera!
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When: Sunday, December 14th, 3:00-5:00pm
Where: Carthage Historical Museum, 202 Rockingham St. Carthage
Step into a quaint holiday afternoon at the Carthage Museum. Meet Mr. and Mrs. Claus; sip free hot cocoa and cider; enjoy sweet treats; and take in lights, music, and stories that celebrate the season.
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When: Tuesday, December 16th, 5:30pm
Where: 128 Seaboard Street, Vass
Stop by the Holiday Open House at the library and see Santa!
There will be music, refreshments, and goodie bags for the children.
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​Santa Paws
When: Wednesday, December 17th, 10:00am-11:30am
Where: Martin Off Leash Dog Park
Santa didn't forget his furry friends. Come see Santa for pictures, treats, and much more!
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​Bob's Pizza
When: Wednesday, December 17th, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Where: 5700 US HWY 1, Vass
Come see Santa at his Santa his annual stop at Bob's Pizza!
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When: Thursday, December 18th, 4:00pm-6:00pm
Where: 155 NW Broad Street
Santa is heading to Bell Tree and wants you to come say hi! You can decorate free ornaments with a purchase of a kid's meal. Don't forget your camera!
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When: Thursday, December 18th, 6:30pm-8:300pm
Where: 10745 US HWY 15/501, Southern Pines
Bring your camera and snap a few pics with the Big Guy and have a great dinner! This is a great chance to share your Christmas List.
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​​​​​Mini North Pole at the Nav
When: Saturday, December 19th & 20th, 5:30pm-9:00pm
Where: National Athletic Village
Experience the enchanting Mini North Pole at the NAV, where a festive atmosphere awaits. Delight in the twinkling Christmas lights, indulge in s'mores, and enjoy family-friendly games and s'mores and pictures with Santa! Purchase tickets for 12/19 here and 12/20 here.
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​​Christmas Wonderland
When: Friday, December 19th, 6:00pm-8pm
Where: Southern Pines Recreation Center, 160 Memorial Park Court
Children 12 and under are invited for fun Holiday games and crafts with Santa. Don't forget your camera for pictures! Stick around for the annual Flashlight Candy Cane Hunt!
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​​​​Christmas Light Festival
When: December 19th-21st, 6:00pm-9:00pm
Where: 536 Bascom Chapel Road, Robbins
Vendors, food vendors, a Christmas movie showing while your browse under beautiful Christmas lights plus a fire pit to roast marshmallows, and pictures with Santa!
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​​Christmas at Duncraig Manor*
When: Saturday, December 20th, 10:45am-12:15pm
Where: 790 E Connecticut Ave, Southern Pines
Gather for a cozy, family-friendly holiday event. Children can enjoy a cheerful visit with Santa and his Christmas Elf, settle in for story time, decorate festive cookies with Midnight Sugar Lab, and explore the beautiful outdoor garden play area. This is a free event but tickets must be secured.
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​​Santa Returns to The Pig
When: Saturday, December 20th, 1:00pm
Where: Pik N Pig, 194 Gilliam McConnell Rd, Carthage
Come out, get some BBQ, and see Santa and his sky diving elves!
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When: Saturday, December 20th, 2:00pm-5:00pm
Where: 750 SW Broad Street
The Rec Room is bringing Santa to see you for any last minute wishes and a great chance to take a photo with the Big Guy. Stick around and have fun playing games.
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Pop up in the Pines Christmas Market
When: Sunday, December 21st, 11:00am-4:00pm
Where: Hatchet Brewing Company, 490 SW Broad Street
Come celebrate community, shop local, and even catch a last-minute glimpse of Santa himself!​
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When: Monday, December 22nd, 6:00pm-8:00pm
Where: 180 Commerce Avenue
Santa is making a special last-minute stop, and you’re invited!
Stop by for a festive evening of holiday cheer and photos.
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MORE EVENTS & HAPPENINGS
(We will be adding to this list as events are announced.)
(Click the titles to visit each event's website/Facebook Event Page.)
​​​Drive Thru Christmas Light Show
When: November 28th- December 28th
Visit website for days/times
Where: Highlanders Farm, 5784 NC Hwy. 22, Carthage
Enjoy a beautiful drive-thru Christmas light show with your family! Highlanders Farm will have homemade ice cream, hot chocolate, and hot cider available. Admission: up to 6 passengers- $20, vans (no buses)- $30 Cash and cards accepted at the gate. ​
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​Lights in The Pines
When: Nightly, starting November 29th, 6:00pm-10:00pm
Where: 4200 Niagara-Carthage Rd, Carthage
With over 25,000 lights synched to your favorite Christmas songs, this is a FREE holiday experience the whole family will enjoy! Tune into 91.7FM to enjoy the music.​
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When: December 1st- 25th, 6:00pm-9:30pm
Where: 95 Farley Rd, Cameron
With over 9,000 individual LED lights, this light show is sure to put you and the entire family in the Christmas Sprit! Tune into 92.7FM to hear the show from the comfort of your car.
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​​Davis House Drive-thru Christmas Lights
When: Thursdays-Sundays in December, full week of Christmas through New Year's Day, 6:00-9:00pm
Where: 536 Bascom Chapel Road, Robbins
Come enjoy the beautiful Christmas light display! Please consider bringing a new or gently used toy or canned food item to give to families in need. Dec. 14th and 21st, 6-9pm there will be Christmas Festivals (see info farther down on this page).
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Greene Brothers Christmas Light Show
When: December 5th- 25th, 6:00pm-11:00pm
Where: 4200 Niagara Carthage Rd, Carthage
Load up the car, bring the family, and come enjoy a night of Christmas magic with the Greene Brothers! Tune your radio to 106.3 FM as you drive through and watch the lights dance perfectly in sync with your favorite Christmas music. It’s a magical experience for all ages! Surprise appearances from Buddy the Elf and The Grinch throughout the season, and FREE hot Cocoa on Friday and Saturday nights.​​​​​​​​
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When: Saturdays and Sundays: Dec. 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th; Friday: Dec. 12th, 5:00 pm-9:00pm
Where: Yates Thagard Baptist Church, 3820 Vass Carthage Road
You are invited to experience a FREE outdoor LIVE Nativity Drama at Yates Thagard Baptist Church. This 30-minute, walk-thru event is designed for the whole family. ​
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Sandhills Community College Holiday Lights
When: Through January 8th, 4:30pm-Midnight
Where: 3395 Airport Rd., Pinehurst
Family, friends, neighbors, and the surrounding community are invited to come stroll the grounds at Sandhills Community College in Pinehurst to see a new holiday display of light tunnels and more than 15 decorated themed trees. Guests will be able to take in the display along the brick pathway connecting the Boyd Library and Dempsey Student Center.
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​​Aberdeen Christmas Parade
When: Saturday, December 13th, 11:00am
Where: Downtown Aberdeen
There's nothing like a parade to help get you in the holiday spirit.
Grab your family and friends and head to Downtown Aberdeen
for a jolly good time!
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When: Saturday, December 13th, 11:00am
Where: Downtown Southern Pines
One of the town favorites is back! Enjoy an old fashioned
Christmas parade full of horse & pony drawn carriages.
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When: Saturday, December 13th, 1:00pm-5:00pm
Where: Malcolm Blue Farm, 1177 Bethesda Road, Aberdeen
Come celebrate an old-fashioned Christmas at Malcolm Blue Farm. The farmhouse will be open and decorated 1800s style, the pack house will be open with children’s activities such as writing letters to Santa with feather pens and making bird feeders, and the museum will be open for tours. Music and light refreshments will be provided.
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Shaw House Holiday Open House
When: Saturday, December 13th, 1:00-4:00pm
Where: 110 Morganton Road, Southern Pines
Enjoy old-time decorations at the annual Christmas Open House. Tour three house-museums built between the 1700s and 1800s. Guests can enjoy warm apple cider, homemade cookies, and musical entertainment too. FREE ADMISSION
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​Carthage Christmas Parade
When: Saturday, December 13th, 6:00pm
Where: Downtown Carthage
The Annual Carthage Christmas Parade is an event you don’t want to miss! Don’t forget your jacket and something to carry all that candy home in.
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​​​​Annual Holiday Concert
When: Saturday, December 13th, 7:00pm
Where: Pinecrest High School Auditorium
Moore Philharmonic Orchestra is helping you get in the holiday spirit with holiday classics and modern sounds. Admission is by donation of choice.
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Santa is Touring Pinebluff
When: Sunday, December 14th, 12:00pm
Where: Various around Pinebluff
Santa sent word that he will be touring the town of Pinebluff! He'll be starting on the east side around noon. Keep your eyes out for his route, as it will be posted soon!
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​Santa is Touring Seven Lakes & Foxfire
When: December 15th-December 20th, 6pm
Where: Various locations around Seven Lakes and Foxfire
Santa will be visiting the neighborhoods in Seven Lakes and Foxfire. He's got a schedule made and will be led by local emergency vehicles with lights on! Firefighters will be following behind collecting non-perishable food for the the local food banks and unused toys for Toys For Tots. Click the link above to see when he'll be in your neighborhood.
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​​​Vass Christmas Parade
When: Saturday, December 20th, 11:00am
Where: Downtown Vass
Enjoy the Town of Vass' Christmas Parade. Gather everyone
you know and head out to get in the holiday spirit!​
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Victorian Christmas on the Farm
When: December 18th-20th, 5:00pm-9:00pm
Where: Lazy Fox Lavender Farm, 272 Edgewood Rd, Cameron
Step into a storybook setting this holiday season. Guests will enjoy a candlelit tour, twinkling lights throughout the property, crackling fires, carolers, as well as a Christmas market full of vendors.
This is a TICKETED event.
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When: December 19th, 3:00pm
Where: Broad Street, Southern Pines
The Town of Southern Pines is excited to share a joyful kickoff to winter break! The whole family will enjoy karaoke caroling, adoptable pups, hot cocoa, festive photo ops, book give aways, and more!
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Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides
When: Friday, December 19th, 4:00pm
Where: Red's Corner, 901 SW Broad Street
Talk about the perfect photo op! Red's Corner will have a 2- horse, 12 person sleigh taking you and your family and friends on a loop around the property! Advanced ticket purchases are encouraged.
This is a TICKETED event.
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When: December 21st, 11:00am-4:00pm
Where: Hatchet Brewing Company, 490 SW Broad Street
Pop Up in the Pines brings you local crafters, Christmas music, vendors, great holiday vibes, and deals. Come celebrate community, shop local, and maybe even catch a last-minute glimpse of Santa himself!
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When: December 21st, 5:30pm
Where: West End United Methodist, 4015 NC 73, West End
You are invited to celebrate Christmas with a Live Nativity, music, and storytelling. Enjoy hot cocoa, cookies, and fellowship!
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When: Thursday, December 25th, 12:00pm-2:00pm
Where: First Baptist Church, 200 E New York Ave, Southern Pines
Get in the Christmas spirit by giving back! You can help so many by helping to serve a warm Christmas meal and hand out toys to children. Going to be out of town? They are accepting donations!​