What to do in Johnson City

Between Monday, November 17, 2025 and Friday, January 16, 2026

National Gingerbread House Competition

Dec 22View the intricate gingerbread house creations. Public viewing is available.

Christmas with the Curators

Dec 14Three or more members of the Abingdon Town Council may attend the William King Museum of Art Christmas with the Curators.

Winter Lights at the North Carolina Arboretum

Dec 22A nightly tour of the arboretum's nationally known gardens illuminated with festive lights.

Candlelight Christmas at Biltmore

Dec 22Experience Biltmore House by candlelight with festive decorations.

Christmas at Biltmore Daytime Celebration

Dec 22Explore Biltmore House and grounds with holiday decorations.

Lake Julian Festival of Lights

Dec 22Drive through an extravagant Christmas light show synchronized to music.