Drive Through 1,100 Acres Dotted With One Million Lights At Tanglewood Park Festival Of Lights In North Carolina
Robin Jarvis
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The holiday season is well underway and I could not be more excited about the prospect of getting out to see some of the best holiday lights in North Carolina. Over in Clemmons, the Festival of Lights at Tanglewood Park is always a sure bet for stoking some holiday cheer. Here are the nitty, gritty details…
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Learn more from the official website for the Tanglewood Park Festival of Lights in Clemmons, North Carolina.
Have you ever been here? What are some of your favorite drive-thru holiday lights in North Carolina? Tell us in the comments!
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For another can’t-miss holiday lights extravaganza, head to Elizabethan Gardens in Manteo, North Carolina. So beautiful!
Marvel At Fantastical Holiday Light Displays At Elizabethan Gardens In North Carolina This Season
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What are the best holiday events in North Carolina?
Now that you have learned about some of the best holiday lights in North Carolina, how about the best holiday events in North Carolina:
Winter Lights at the North Carolina Arboretum: Located in Asheville, this spot is lovely any time of the year, but during the holiday season, it really kicks it up a notch. Check out the nightly light show which uses the natural scenery to create a winter wonderland.
Carowinds: Visitors have been flocking to this amusement park since 1973. And if you visit during the holidays, not only can you take part in all the rides and amusement, but you’ll also find beautiful holiday décor, lights, shows, and food.
Where can I go snow tubing in North Carolina?
Have some fun in the snow at these spots for snow tubing in North Carolina:
Hawksnest Resort: Located in Seven Devils, this snow tubing park is the largest on the entire East Coast. There are 30 lanes to choose from. And when there isn’t snow, you can zipline!
Sugar Mountain Resort: At 125 acres, this spot is the biggest ski resort in the state. If the slopes aren’t your thing, consider tubing down one of the 700-foot lanes.
What are the best Christmas towns in North Carolina?
Clemmons is home to the Festival of Lights at Tanglewood Park. But there are also some other really lovely Christmas towns in North Carolina:
Old Salem: Located in Winston-Salem, during the holidays, this town really gets dressed up. Grab some gingerbread at Winkler Bakery, take in the horses and carriages, and gaze at all of the sparkling décor.
Bryson City: Head to Swain County for this magical town. Here, you can take in festive decorations and shop for gifts at unique stores. But the real draw is taking a ride on the Polar Express, which heads through the mountains!