Bring the whole family downtown for the Holiday Shop & Stroll where we bring the feeling of an old-fashioned, small town Christmas to the streets of Downtown!
Enjoy a fun evening of merchant open houses, festive trolley rides, strolling down the sidewalk with family and friends, and enjoying the sparkle of holiday lights.
All aboard the Holly Jolly Trolley sponsored by the City of Statesville Recreation & Economic Vitality Department! Immerse yourself in the spirit of the holidays on an old-fashioned festive trolley ride through Downtown Statesville. Be entertained with magical holiday fun as you and your family see the beautifully decorated streets of Downtown Statesville aboard the festive Holly Jolly Trolley!
On December 5th, the trolley will embark from The Holly Jolly Depot located at the intersection of S. Center and Court Streets near the Christmas tree every 20 minutes. Trolley stops will include The Historic Sharpe House where you can tour the beautifully decorated grounds of the Pasture House and Park, a live Nativity will be presented at First ARP Church, Little Blue Choo train rides for small children and a S'mores Station stop.
The brilliant theater troupe from Center Stage Alliance will provide Trolley riders with holiday entertainment sure to kindle the holiday spirit as well as stopping at the theater for more entertainment and refreshments!
Trolley rides are free and offered from 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM on Friday, December 5th during the Holiday Shop & Stroll. You can hop on or off the trolley at any of the stops. Seats are limited and are on a first come, first served basis.
Special thanks to our 2025 Sponsors Statesville Recreation & Economic Vitality and Griffin Insurance!
Friday, December 5, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Santa Central will be filled with fun for the little ones! Visit with Santa Claus and his elves, write a letter and send it straight to the North Pole with the magic mailbox, and make a craft with Santa’s elves! There will even be popcorn and hot cocoa for warming up!
Friday, December 5, 6 PM - 8:30 PM
Visit the home of Statesville’s first mayor beautifully decorated for the Holidays. Take a stroll down to the The Sharpe House Historic Players’ Pasture Stage and Park to see the festive light display. Enjoy baked goods, hot chocolate, and apple cider.
Little Blue Choo
Friday, Dec 5 - 6PM until 8:30PM
Train enthusiasts of all ages will love a ride on the Little Blue Choo, Adults and children alike are welcome to take a FREE ride on Dec.5 at the intersection of W. Broad and Meeting St. Thanks to our sponsor Ripple Fiber!
Friday, December 5, Programs at 5:30 PM & 6:30 PM
The Nativity Story will be presented live outside the front of First ARP Church, located at 123 East Broad Street, with presentations at 5:30-6:00 pm and 6:30-7:00 pm. Special music will be provided prior to and between performances. First ARP Church will provide refreshments. In the event of bad weather, the presentations will take place in the sanctuary.
Friday, December 5, 6 PM - 8 PM
Warm up by the fire, roast a marshmallow, and enjoy a warm gooey s’more. Statesville Fire Department will be there to make sure everyone safely enjoys the evening! The S’mores Station will be located at the intersection of W. Broad and Meeting Streets. S'mores kits are FREE!
