Small Town Holidays

Spend the holidays in Floyd, VA where the whole family can create new traditions and lasting memories. From watching the annual holiday parade, picking out your Christmas Tree, shopping holiday gifts from local artisans, watching the third annual Town of Floyd Community Tree Lighting, and more, there is a little bit of everything for the whole family. Start planning your trip!

2024 Gingerbread House Contest - During the month of December, make sure to check out all the gingerbread houses displayed in the windows of the Floyd Country Store, The Soda Fountain, and other downtown businesses and cast your vote for your favorite! More info here.

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Looking to pick out and cut your own Christmas Tree? Check out our list of local Christmas Tree Farms here.

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Upcoming Holiday Events:

Holiday Open House, Phoenix Hardwoods, Dec. 13th from 5 pm to 7 pm. Join us for a Busy Bee Dinners' Tasting and Launch Party, light refreshments, and community holiday spirit. Plus, enter for a chance to win a Floyd Goodie Gift Basket! 

S’mores with Santa, DJ’s Drive In, Dec. 13th from 5 pm to 8 pm. Join us for a cozy evening filled with holiday magic! Stay warm by the fire and enjoy delicious s’mores while sharing your wishes with Santa. It’s the perfect way to spread some cheer and create sweet memories this season! 

Whoville Saturdays, DJ’s Drive In, Dec. 14th and 21st from 10 am to 8 pm. The Grinch will be making special appearances, causing a little holiday mayhem for the grownups—and maybe even sharing some sweet surprises with the kiddos. Join us for this whimsical Whoville celebration you won't want to miss!

Holiday Open House, Anne Vaughan Designs, Dec. 14th 10am-5pm and Dec. 15th 11am-4pm. Get ready and join the AVD team in toasting the holidays with three areas of jewelry with all collections, one of a kind, as well as end of year holiday specials all weekend. All attendees who RSVP and attend will be entered to win a $75 gift certificate to be given away during the event Saturday and Sunday! More info here.

Holiday Floyd Farmers Market, Dec. 14th from 10 am to 2 pm. Stop by the Floyd Farmers Market for a festive holiday experience and support our local farmers, bakers, and makers.

Christmas Caroling, Floyd Farmers Market, Dec. 14th from 11 am to 12 pm. All are welcome to show up, grab a lyric sheet and sing with us! We will gather near the walk-through leading to Cocoa Mia. We have 34 favorite carols and winter songs!

Santa Claus at the Floyd Farmers Market, Dec. 14th from 11 am to 1 pm. Stop by the Floyd Farmers Market to meet Santa Claus and snag a photo.

Santa Claus at Wildwood Farms, Dec. 14th from 12 pm to 2 pm. Stop by Wildwood Farms to meet Santa Claus and snag a photo.

Pet Photos with Santa Claus at Sacred Star and Stone, Dec. 14th from 2 pm to 6 pm. Bring your friendly pets to Sacred Star and Stone to capture a sweet photo of them with Santa Claus!

Live Nativity Drive-Thru, Willis Full Gospel Church, Dec. 14th from 6 pm to 8 pm. Come and experience the life of Jesus from Bethlehem to the Resurrection with our live nativity drive-thru. More info here.

Holiday Open House, Chateau Morrisette Winery, Dec. 14th and 15th from 12 pm to 5 pm. Come join us at our Christmas Open House, December 14th and 15th, from 12-5pm in our beautiful winery tasting room. There will be lots of fun, great food, and wine specials – you don't want to miss out!

Home For the Holidays Music Concert, The Presbyterian Church of Floyd, Dec. 15th from 3 pm to 5 pm. Virginia’s Blue Ridge Music Festival presents Home for the Holidays with Maestro David Stewart Wiley, Akemi Takayama, and Phillip Bouknight. This is an afternoon of winter and holiday pieces from Handel, Vivaldi and others. Join us in a wonderful holiday singalong of favorite songs. 

Spoken Word Society Presents: Christmas Fruitcake, June Bug Center, Dec. 15th from 3 pm to 4:30 pm. “Christmas Fruitcake” blends beloved holiday classics with fresh, original stories, offering a unique and unforgettable experience for audiences of all ages. More info here.

Santa Claus at Willis Village Mart, Dec. 15th from 4 pm to 6 pm. Stop by Willis Village Mart to meet Santa Claus and snag a photo.

Holiday Spirit Week, DJ’s Drive In, Dec. 17th through 21st from 10 am to 8 pm. DJ's employees are embracing the holiday spirit, and we want you to join in the fun. This week, we’re hosting themed days, and customers who come dressed for the occasion can earn discounts and other exciting rewards! Be sure to follow DJ's Drive In on Facebook to see the theme for each day.

Sustainable Gift Wrapping, SustainFloyd Office, Dec. 21st from 10 am to 1 pm. Join Sustain Floyd as we share ideas on sustainable gift wrapping and offer a free wrapping service using recycled and sustainable materials. The event is free for downtown shoppers, donations accepted. Come by and say hello!

Santa Claus at Sacred Star and Stone, Dec. 21st from 10 am to 6 pm. Stop by Sacred Star and Stone to meet Santa Claus and snag a photo.