By Jodi Helmer
There is nothing quite like a holiday light display to put you in the Christmas spirit. And there is no better place to see holiday lights than McAdenville, North Carolina.
The town of McAdenville is just 30 minutes from
Cabarrus County and has been dubbed Christmas Town USA for its annual light display. Homes in the picturesque town are decorated with thousands of twinkling lights, festive lawn ornaments and yards of the prettiest garlands and bows.
McAdenville has been hosting the annual holiday spectacular for 54 years! The lights are switched on from 5:30 - 9:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 5:30 - 11 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday from December 1-26. The colorful displays transform the town into a sight that belongs on the front of a holiday postcard.
The best way to see the lights is to park in one of the designated lots and walk along the city streets taking in the twinkling holiday spectacular. Of course, driving through town is also an option. Just remember, Christmas Town USA is one of the most popular attractions in North Carolina during the holidays so be prepared to move very slowly. It’s definitely worth the wait.
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