Childersburg – Work has begun for volunteer elves in downtown Childersburg – painting windows, hanging Chistmas ornaments, and decorating the park and such – making way for a wave of visitors and several big holiday events with the 2026 theme of “Candy Cane Lane.” As always, the effort is led by “Mrs. Christmasburg,” Childersburg First Lady Trish Wesson.
Celebrate the season at the 2026 Childersburg Christmas Tree Lighting, presented by the City of Childersburg, on Tuesday, December 1s, at 6:00 p.m. at the Butler-Harris Rainwater House. Then, family & friends are invited for an evening of Christmas festivities along Candy Cane Lane – Enjoy a train ride to see Santa in his Workshop, a visit to Whoville with the Grinch, hot chocolate stations, a s’mores station, and carriage rides available by reservation. Food trucks will also join downtown restaurants with delicious dining options.
There’ll also be a Carousel ride across from Whoville in Kiwanis Park, a choir to entertain before the tree lighting, as well as another Heart of Childersburg award.
Experience the magic of Candy Cane Lane at the 2026 Childersburg Christmas Parade, presented by the Childersburg Area Chamber of Commerce, on Thursday, December 10, at 6:00 p.m., with an evening of festive floats, Christmas lights, and hometown holiday cheer. Local businesses, organizations, and community groups will help bring this year’s Candy Cane Lane theme to life as we celebrate the season together.
Of course, no Christmas parade would be complete without Santa! Santa’s appearance is proudly sponsored by Automation Robotic Control (ARC), helping make the evening even more magical for our community.