Get ready to experience the magic of the holiday season on the Outer Banks in one of its most beautiful towns: Corolla, NC! Christmas in Corolla ensures that your holiday season will be filled with a unique and classic blend of historic charm, local art and creativity, and a little seasonal magic that makes this one of the must-visit places during your next OBX vacation. Whether you're planning your next holiday getaway for Corolla or following a long-held tradition of visiting the Outer Banks during the holiday season, the whole family is going to love the wide variety activities that bring the holiday spirit to Corolla including light displays, candlelit tours, and annual craft markets that are the perfect spot to shop for that perfect gift!
Historic Tours
Step back in time with Whalehad's Christmas Candlelight Tour! With the beautifully restored 1920s-era Whalehead mention in the background, the Christmas Candle Tour gives you the chance to explore Christmas throughout history. Take an unforgettable tour of the historic Whalehead Club with soft candlelight, traditional evergreen decor, and beautiful seasonal details that offer nostalgic holiday memories. Find out more about the history of the Whalehead Club and Corolla while enjoying music and holiday treats. Gift your family an experience that could only be experienced right out of a holiday movie!
Location: Whalehead Club in Historic Corolla Park
Advanced tickets recommended due to limited availability.
Seasonal Craft Markets
If you're still searching for that unique OBX gift, look no further than the Annual Corolla Christmas Craft Village. The outdoor event brings together a wide variety of creative local crafters and artisans in one place where you can revel in the holiday spirit, find that perfect gift that you've been searching for, and have some fun together with the family as you enjoy the festivities with lights, music, and plenty of joy to go around! Check out all of the booths featuring unique crafts like pottery, ornaments, jewelry, art, and baked goods! Come support local businesses while celebrating everything that makes the Outer Banks special.
Location: Whalehad in Historic Corolla Park
Event is typically held the 1st Friday after Thanksgiving!
Holiday Attractions
Every December, Corolla transforms into the Corolla Christmas Village! With thousands of lights in a glowing holiday display, come experience the cozy village Christmas vibes that holiday movies are made of! Families can enjoy the delicious warm drinks, local food trucks, and live entertainment as they walk along the illuminated paths and welcome in the beauty of the holiday season. Start your new annual tradition that the kids will be asking for year after year.
Location: Historic Corolla Village
The event runs Friday and Saturday Evenings through December.
Make Corolla Your Coastal Holiday Destination
Whether you’re sipping hot cocoa under the stars or exploring candlelit halls of history, spending your next holiday getaway in Corolla is sure to help your entire family bask in the joy of the holiday season. With festive events all season long, there's no better way to spend Christmas than with your toes in the sand on the Outer Banks.
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About the Author: Lauren is an Outer Banks local, mom, history professor, and travel enthusiast. When she isn’t writing for the Seaside Vacations Travel Blog, Lauren can usually be found with her nose in a book or cuddling with her cats.
