Thanksgiving Weekend at Tryon International

Join us for Thanksgiving Weekend at Tryon International! The festive fun-filled weekend will include:
Christmas Market | Festive Fun Run | Drone Show | Christmas Tree Farm | Ice Skating
Winterfest Village | Breakfast with Santa | Drive-Through Light Show | And MORE!

Learn more about each event below:

  • Christmas Market

    Friday-Sunday, Nov 29-Dec 1 | 11am-5pm
    Cross everyone off your Christmas list at the Christmas Market! Hosted Friday through Sunday, explore a wide variety of local pop-up vendors on the second floor of the International Pavilion. While you’re shopping, be sure to also check out WNC Main Street, Imperial Mercantile and Vendor Row!

  • Winterfest Fun Run

    Friday, Nov 29 | 5pm-6:30pm
    Enjoy a family walk or run through the Shadrack's Christmas Light Show, on foot! Starting at 5pm, choose your adventure in the form of a one-mile or 5K race. Entry includes one free Winterfest Village ticket!

  • Breakfast with Santa

    Saturday, Nov 30 | 9am-1pm
    A beloved tradition for many at Tryon International, enjoy Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, November 30th in The Ridge! Reservations are required in advance with seatings available from 9am-1pm.

  • Drone Show

    Friday & Saturday, Nov 29 & 30 | 9pm
    Free to experience, the fan-favorite Drone Show is returning with festive displays on Friday & Saturday, November 29th & 30th! Watch as hundreds of drones fly over the Tryon Stadium, soaring in sync to holiday classics. This is a don’t-miss event!

  • Shadrack's Drive-Through Light Show

    Every night, 6-11pm
    The Drive-through light show powered by Stuller Power Solutions is a family favorite holiday tradition you don't want to miss! Fun for all ages and available rain or shine. Choose your time slot and vehicle size to secure your ticket.

  • Christmas Tree Farm

    Friday-Sunday, Nov 29-Dec 1 | 9am-10pm
    D&B Farms of Sparta, NC is bringing the classic WNC Christmas Tree Farm experience to Tryon International. Find your perfect holiday tree from 9am-10pm Friday-Sunday! Shop Carolina grown Fraser Fir trees ranging from 5-12ft tall as well as wreaths.

  • Bobcat® Ice Skating Rink

    Friday-Sunday, Nov 29-Dec 1 | 11am-10pm
    The Tryon Ice Skating Rink will open for the holiday season on Friday, November 29th! Ice Skates are provided. Check out the operating hours & ticket prices for Thanksgiving Weekend:
    11am-5pm: $15 per person (no hourly limit until 5pm)
    5pm-10pm: $18 per person, per hour

  • Winterfest Village

    Friday-Sunday, Nov 29-Dec 1 | 5-10pm
    Your favorite Christmas characters (and creatures!) await you in the Winterfest Village! Tickets are $18 per person and grant access to:
    - The Whoville Experience presented by Yanmar
    - Cookies with Mrs. Claus presented by Cedar Direct
    - Petting Zoo
    - Festive Bounce Houses presented by Noble Pest Solutions
    - Smiles with Santa presented by Nth Degree Orthodontics