HOLIDAY MARKET &
CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING
November 21, 2026 | 12:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for a magical afternoon in the heart of downtown Winston-Salem! The Holiday Market & Christmas Tree Lighting at 500 W 5th is a free and festive celebration for the entire community. Browse unique gifts from local vendors, enjoy seasonal treats, and experience the joy of live music and holiday cheer. Then gather with friends and neighbors as we light up the night with our beautiful Christmas tree, a moment you won't want to miss!
Featured
Activities
Join us on the second floor of the lobby for free holiday kids' activities to enjoy! Supported by Kaleideum!
Kids' Station
We have a full day of fun planned. All activities are FREE and open to the public.
Schedule
40 + Artisan Vendors
Kids' Area
Food / Beer Trucks
S'mores Area
The Downtown Grille Popup
Live Music
Christmas Tree Lighting
12pm - 7pm
12pm - 6pm
12pm - 7pm
12pm - 7pm
12pm - 7pm
3pm - 7pm
6pm
2026 Vendor list
Crafts by Gerri
Featured
musicians
This year's live music is supported by The Martha Bassett Show, a live musical variety show that occurs twice a month at the Reeves Theater in Elkin, NC. The holiday performance will be filmed as 'The Martha Bassett Show Holiday Special' and will feature a variety of artists, as well as a local church holiday choir!
Art Director
Martha Bassett
Martha Bassett has fronted several bands in North Carolina performing swing, bossa nova, and Americana music
Tech Lead
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Product Manager
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how do i get there?
500 W 5th is centrally located in the heart of Downtown Winston-Salem. Roads surrounding the building will be closed for safety from 11am to 8pm on NOV. 21. You will still be able to access all free parking lots despite road closures.
Where do i park?
500 W 5th has 2 FREE guest lots surrounding our building:
Guest lot 1 - in between Centenary UMC and 500 W 5th off of W 5th St and Poplar St NW
Guest lot 2 - in between Benton Convention Center and First Baptist Church off of N Spruce, W 5th and Marshall.
4th St parking deck will be free and open to the public all day long!
