Posted in West Virginia October 27, 2019 by Robin Jarvis

The Most Enchanting Christmastime Main Street In The Country Is Harpers Ferry In West Virginia

How would you like to experience a truly remarkable Olde Tyme Christmas? It only happens once a year in West Virginia, but in Harpers Ferry, you can create lasting memories of the holiday while taking part in some truly unique activities in one of the oldest towns in the state. Gather the family together or your closest friends and get ready to take a historic stroll down the best main street at Christmas in West Virginia.

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There's only one place in West Virginia where you can combine shopping in a 19th-century village with unique holiday activities.

From caroling through the lighted historic streets in this one-of-a-kind setting to shopping, dining, and making merry, this is one experience you won't soon forget!

The celebration in Harpers Ferry takes place from December 6 through December 15, 2019. Stroll through town and enjoy all of the festively decorated windows as you pick up gifts for loved ones.

The Olde Tyme Christmas at Harpers Ferry wouldn't be the same without the live music featured each year. From fiddle players to choirs, the festive sounds are sure to fill you with holiday cheer.

Over at the National Park, located at the end of Shenandoah Street, you'll find even more activities that are fun for the entire family, like the gigantic Christmas tree that is illuminated with decorations every year.

And don't be surprised as you're walking around town if you encounter someone from the North Pole...

...Santa and Mrs. Clause will be in town this weekend, too! Make sure to mark your calendars and don't miss out on all the fun in Harpers Ferry!

The Olde Tyme Christmas at Harpers Ferry takes place December 6th through December 15th, 2019 in Harpers Ferry National Historical Park. Clear a day to enjoy this fun, family event that’s the best Main Street at Christmas in West Virginia. Learn more at this link!

For additional festive events to enjoy this season, check out this trail of lights and this enormous drive-through lights show in The Mountain State! Have you ever strolled down the best Main Street at Christmas in West Virginia? Share with us your experience in the comments section!

Address: Harpers Ferry, WV 25425, USA

The OIYS Visitor Center

Best Main Street At Christmas In West Virginia

November 11, 2019

Marisa Roman

Where should I go for Christmas in West Virginia?

If you’re thinking about adding West Virginia to your radar this holiday then we have a few places that you should absolutely explore. Beyond just enjoying Harpers Ferry as the Christmas town in West Virginia everyone talks about, there are a few other places to visit at Christmas in West Virginia that will bring holiday cheer. When most of us think about Christmas in another state, we hope for wreaths on the doors, lighted displays up and down the main street, plus holiday events galore. A few spots to check out in West Virginia include The Greenbrier, Lewisburg, Elkins, or Snowshoe.

Where are the best Christmas lights in West Virginia?

Exploring a winter town in West Virginia is only the tip of the iceberg when you’re looking for holiday festivities in the South. West Virginia has a ton of spots to check out that offer up beautifully intricate light displays. Enjoy the twinkling of the lights throughout the various displays offered from one end of the state to the other. A few of the best light displays to add to your holiday road trip list this year include Oglebay’s Festival of Lights, Holiday of Lights in Bluefield, Holiday in the Park at Parkersburg, Christmas at the Greenbrier, Celebration of Lights in Fairmont, and Festival of Lights in St. Albans.

What are the best holiday events in West Virginia?

Now that you have the Christmas towns and light displays covered—what’s next for celebrating Christmas in West Virginia? Just a few holiday events to pepper your calendar, of course! A few of the best holiday events and showcases to enjoy in the Mountain State include Winterfest at the Cedar Lakes Conference Center in Ripley, St. Albans Festival of Lights, the Feast of Saint Nicholas in Helvetia, touring historic homes in Bramwell, and the Christmas tree-lighting ceremony in Hurricane.

Address: Harpers Ferry, WV 25425, USA