Christmas markets, flotilla and Santa hayrides coming to the Topsail area
PENDER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — The holiday season is getting underway in the Greater Topsail area, with a variety of Christmas markets, community celebrations, family activities and a holiday boat flotilla planned through December.
From shopping for handmade gifts to enjoying a hayride with Santa, residents and visitors will have several opportunities to celebrate the season.
Here’s a look at upcoming holiday events throughout the area.
November holiday events
Sandalwood Shops Holiday Open House — Nov. 14-15
Sandalwood Shops will host a two-day holiday open house to kick off the shopping season.
Festival of Trees and Gingerbread House Competition — Nov. 20-21
The Festival of Trees and Gingerbread House Competition will take place over two days, offering seasonal displays and holiday-themed creations.
December holiday events
Faith Harbor Annual Artisan Christmas Market — Dec. 5
The annual Artisan Christmas Market will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering a holiday shopping opportunity.
Coastal Pender Rotary Club Hayride with Santa — Dec. 5
Families can celebrate the season with a Hayride with Santa, hosted by the Coastal Pender Rotary Club.
The event is scheduled from noon to 3 p.m.
Holly Ridge Hometown Christmas — Dec. 5
Holly Ridge will celebrate Hometown Christmas from 2 to 5 p.m.
Topsail Christmas Market — Dec. 5
The Greater Topsail Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism will host the Topsail Christmas Market from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Topsail Christmas Flotilla — Dec. 5
Holiday festivities will continue on the water with the Topsail Christmas Flotilla.
The Greater Topsail Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism says the flotilla is expected to arrive at Soundside Park around 6 p.m.
Christmas in the Ferry — Dec. 7-11
Christmas in the Ferry will feature tree decorating activities from Dec. 7 through Dec. 11.
Elf Jr. by Untitled Theatre Productions — Dec. 9, 12 and 13
Untitled Theatre Productions will present performances of Elf Jr. on three dates in December.
Holly Ridge Community Center Holiday Sip and Stroll — Dec. 19
The Holly Ridge Community Center will host a Holiday Sip and Stroll from 1 to 4 p.m.
Residents planning to attend are encouraged to check with individual event organizers for additional details, including locations, admission information and any schedule changes.
