A Very Berry Christmas Events
Held Annually the Friday before Thanksgiving
Main Street Lights: Community Christmas Tree Lighting
5:00 pm- 8:00 pm, November 22
Community Hall & Downtown Newberry
The official tree lighting event is one you don't want to miss! Experience caroling at the tree between 5 pm and 6 pm from the Southern Victorian Society, dressed in full replica Victorian era Holiday attire. The official Lighting Ceremony begins at 6:15 pm and features local school choirs, ending with a countdown to light the town at 6:30 pm! Experience the Joy of the start to the holiday season with us. After the ceremony peruse downtown to view the decor, listen to wandering carolers and consider stopping by the Ritz Theater at 7:30 pm for a FREE showing of a holiday movie! For details on our lights and faux snow visit the "our lights" page.
Fridays in December through Christmas
North Pole Nights
6:00 pm- 8:00 pm, December 6, 13, and 20
Community Hall & Memorial Park
The Wonders of the North Pole are coming to Newberry! Come downtown on Fridays in December for faux snow and pictures with Santa in Memorial Park and Story Time with Mrs. Claus at the Newberry County Chamber of Commerce office in Community Hall. Events are free, however photos with Santa do require a small fee.
Fridays in December through Christmas
Santa's Tour of Newberry
5:00 pm- 6:00pm, December 6, 13, and 20
Save the Date for Santa's Tour of Newberry!
On select Fridays in December Santa will tour Newberry's neighborhoods via Fire Truck before arriving in Downtown Newberry for North Pole Nights!
Week 1- from 5pm-6pm: Grant Homes, Palmetto Pointe Dr., Nance Forest, Oakland Community, Newberry College Area, & Harrington St. neighborhoods.
Week 2- from 5pm-6pm: Forest Ridge, Loblolly, Newberry Arms, Pebblebrook, Wise Street, Mollohon area, and Caldwell St. to Downtown neighborhoods.
Week 3- from 5pm-6pm: West End neighborhood through Drayton Street, Main Street, Crosson, and Suber Dr.
On Display throughout December until Christmas
A Very Berry Christmas: Official Gingerbread Competition
Competition entries can be seen on display in the Newberry Arts Center (1200 Main Street) the first weekend of December through Christmas.
Visit the City of Newberry, SC Government Facebook page to view past gingerbread entries!
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE APPLICATION TO COMPETE
APPLICATIONS DUE NOVEMBER 27 OR UNTIL SPACES FILL
First Saturday in December
Gingerbread Awards Event & Breakfast with Santa:
9AM December 7 at the Newberry Arts Center: 1200 Main
FREE and open to the public!
Best in Show at the 2018 Official Gingerbread house Competition
Example of photos with Santa
OTHER CHRISTMAS EVENTS IN THE CITY OF NEWBERRY, SC
Held Annually the Weekend of Main Street Lights (top of page)
Downtown Holiday Open House
5pm-7pm, Thursday, November 14
10am-7pm, Friday, November 15
10am-7pm, Saturday, November 16
*Saturday Sip & Shop 3pm-7pm*
*Live Jazz on the Square 5pm-8pm*
1pm-6pm, Sunday, November 17
Downtown Newberry
The Newberry Downtown Development Association invites you to attend their Holiday Open House! Downtown shops and stores will be rolling out the welcome mat for you. Explore what downtown has to offer during this weekend of festivity. Shops will be open for you to find early Christmas gifts or just the thing you need for your Thanksgiving centerpiece. Come for shopping, dining, refreshments, sales, door prizes and fun!
Held Annually the 1st Saturday in December
Newberry Jaycee's Christmas Parade
Saturday, December 7 TIME: TBD
Main Street, Downtown Newberry
The Newberry Jaycee's present the annual Newberry Christmas Parade. Visit www.newberryjaycees.com for event details.
Held Annually the in December
Tuba Christmas
Saturday, December 7 @ 3pm
Newberry Opera House
All are invited to attend Newberry's Tuba Christmas. This free and open to the public event features tuba and euphonium/baritone horn players performing Christmas carols that have been specifically arranged for these low bass instruments, creating as sound that has been described to be like "that of a male vocal choir." There will also be an opportunity for community singing during the event. Tuba Christmas is an international event that takes place in most major cities around the United States. In South Carolina there are at least 5 known Tuba Christmas events with Newberry's commonly being the largest. The Newberry Tuba Christmas typically brings in 50 performers, offering their audience a full and rich sound. Call 803-276-6264 for details.
Held Annually the 2nd Saturday of December
Newberry County Chamber of Commerce: Christmas Tour of Homes
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm, December 14
Across Newberry
The Newberry County Chamber of Commerce hosts this annual event on the 2nd Saturday of December. Tour beautiful private homes of Newberry, fully decorated for the holidays as well as a local business and church. Contact the chamber for tickets at 803-276-4274.
Held Annually in December
12:00 pm, December 14
The Newberry County Shrine Club welcomes you to attend the annual Bike Toy Run benefiting Boys Farm and Newberry area children. Unwrapped gifts for infants to 18-year-olds are accepted. For Bike Run details contact Lindsey Rackliffe at 803-924-0564.
Throughout the Holiday Season
Christmas Shows at the Ritz Theater
The Newberry Community Players will present holiday themed shows & events this season. For show information and ticket details visit www.theritzonline.com.
Throughout the Holiday Season
Christmas Shows at the Newberry Opera House
The Newberry Opera House is set to host a variety of holiday and Christmas themed shows this season. For show information and ticket details visit www.newberryoperahouse.com.