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Events
Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
December 1st, 2025
Join us Sunday, December 1st at 5:30 PM at the Dynamo 31 Building for our Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony — celebrating 70 years of holiday lights in Christmastown, USA!
Enjoy music, caroling, and community cheer as one lucky student flips the switch at 6:00 PM, officially kicking off the season of lights. Arrive early to shop, dine, and soak in the holiday magic downtown.
Annual Yule Log Parade
December 11th, 2025
You’re invited to the Yule Log Parade on Thursday, December 11th at 5:30 PM! Meet in downtown McAdenville and help welcome the ceremonial Yule Log as the community comes together with songs, smiles, and holiday joy. Arrive early to find parking, visit local shops, and soak in the lights.
Making Memories Last…
There’s a special kind of magic in the stories we grow up with — the ones told over front porches, family dinners, and small-town sidewalks.
In this short film, McAdenville residents born and raised right here share their memories, laughter, and reflections on what it means to call Christmas Town, USA home.
From childhood moments beneath the glow of Christmas lights to the friendships that have lasted generations, these voices remind us why McAdenville is more than a place — it’s a feeling, a family, and a legacy of community spirit that continues to shine year after year.
Watch the video above and experience McAdenville through the eyes and hearts of those who’ve always called it home.
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Reflecting on our Historical Legacy
The McAdenville Historical Society is dedicated to the collection, preservation, and education of the history of the town of McAdenville, North Carolina by linking the past and present with future generations
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