Each holiday season, thousands of people from all over the South head to Canton for the town’s Christmas Festival. Offering fun for the young and old alike, the yearly event is a beloved tradition for many families. And after you see everything it has to offer, the festival is sure to become one of your favorite holiday traditions, too.

A much anticipated event, the Canton Christmas Festival promises "small town charm, nostalgia for holidays past, and a dash of the season’s magic."
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Festival hours are 5 pm - 9 pm, November 24th to December 23rd.
During the festival, Canton’s Court House Square is set aglow with more than 200,000 twinkling lights.
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Though mesmerizing, the sparkling lights and beautiful decor aren’t all you’ll find.
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This year’s newest addition is a Christmas Village, where kids can take part in magical activities, like roasting marshmallows with Frosty…
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…creating crafts with Santa’s elves and making reindeer food for Santa’s reindeer to eat on Christmas Eve.
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During the festival, parades are held every Friday and Saturday night (at 6:30 pm and 8 pm). The festive floats and lovable characters are sure to get people of all ages into the holiday spirit.
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Canton's Animation Museums are another festival highlight. Decked out for the holidays, they're full of animated figures and cheerful holiday scenes. Even better, it costs only $4 to visit both museums.
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Additional yuletide fun includes trolley rides, horse and buggy rides, an old fashioned carousel, and photos with Santa.
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Remember, Canton’s Christmas Festival is going on now through December 23rd, from 5 pm – 9 pm. For more information, click here.

So, have you ever attended this holiday event? If so, tell us about your experience in the comments section!

Looking for another activity that’s sure to become a new holiday tradition? Check out “Take This Mississippi Train To Christmas Town For An Unforgettable Holiday Experience.“

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