Wilson Winter Wonderland
December 8 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Tonight, Santa returns from his North Pole abode to kick off the festivities. spreading merriment and setting the stage for an unforgettable show. After the celebration, enjoy the melodic tunes of Jubilation Jazz at The Wilson Theater at 7 p.m.
December 15th brings the 74th Annual Wilson Christmas Parade, a splendid prelude to the luminous festivities. Appearing later that evening, The Memphis Opera House will serenade you at The Wilson Theater at 7 p.m.
The final show is December 22, with Santa arriving for the last time in Wilson before he heads to the North Pole to prepare for his big day.
Every Friday Santa and Mrs. Claus will take pictures and listen to wish lists with children until 8 pm. For all, there’s hot cocoa and cookies to savor, while adults can indulge in a selection of cocktails.
Wilson Winter Wonderland is where dreams come to life, and joy fills the air. Join us for an unforgettable holiday season!
Admission is complimentary thanks to a partnership with the Village of Wilson and The Wilson Chamber of Commerce.
The Louis Hotel is accepting room reservations throughout the holiday season. The Wilson Café is open for dinner. serving hot soups, a full menu, liquor, wine, and beer and The Grange is open for breakfast and lunch with all of your favorite, made-fresh-daily holiday pies!
Additional FAQs
Do I walk through the light show or drive?
The best way to participate is to walk through the wonderland, it’s fully immersible!
How long does it take to experience the show?
Each show begins on the hour and will have fantastic custom-designed light shows. The show is roughly thirty minutes long.
Is Wilson Winter Wonderland open even if it snows or rains?
Yes! The event will be open even in the rain and because we make it snow every Friday night, we could never close the show! Of course, if Old Man Winter is severe enough to be a safety risk for our guests and staff, an inclement weather closure announcement will be made on our socials.
Are pets allowed?
We are always friendly to friendly pets in Wilson Winter Wonderland