Fredericksburg consistently ranks among the most charming small towns in Texas, and Christmastime is no exception. During the holiday season, this quaint, Hill Country destination sparkles with magical lights for 55 straight nights. Enjoy the show while you stroll down Main Street, sip hot cocoa, shop for festive gifts, and more.
Centrally located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, Fredericksburg is often compared to Hallmark movies at Christmastime. In fact, Southern Living called it the “Best Small Town for Christmas in the South.”
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From holiday shopping on Main Street to the annual lighting of the 26-foot-tall German Christmas pyramid, festive traditions abound. It all kicks off on November 12, the first day of the “55 Nights of Fredericksburg Lights” celebration.
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Each year, the town square - better known as Marketplatz - is set alight with holiday cheer for 55 nights straight. Classic holiday tunes fill your ears as you take in the whimsical scene with wide-eyed amazement.
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No matter where you look, brilliant light displays cover every inch of the grounds. Especially unique is the Singing Christmas Tree, which features choir members on each tier singing timeless carols.
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Don’t miss out on Eisbahn Outdoor Ice Skating, offered daily from November 27-January 3. It’s real ice—none of that plastic stuff some places use—and twinkling lights overhead add an air of holiday enchantment. Admission is $15 per person, and you can come and go as you please all day.
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Other seasonal events include a special holiday edition of Fredericksburg Trade Days, wine tastings, a Christmas display at the Pioneer Museum, and so much more festive fun.
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It’s totally free to view the light display. Festivities begin at 6 p.m. nightly, with a short audio program detailing the history of the German Christmas pyramid. When the countdown to illumination starts, you’ll find yourself buzzing with anticipation, waiting for the grand moment when it reaches zero.
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Visit the Fredericksburg tourism website or Facebook page to learn more.
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Have you ever been to Fredericksburg during the holiday season? If so, what’s your favorite festivity? Let us know, and check out our previous article for another can’t-miss Christmas light display.
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