Schedule of Events:
Friday, November 29th, 2024 – 9th Annual Corolla Christmas Craft Village
Friday & Saturday Evenings November 29 through Dec. 21st, 2024 – Whalehead’s Candlelight Christmas Tours
Friday & Saturday Evenings 5:00pm to 8:00pm TBD Corolla Christmas Village
Friday & Saturday December 13 & 14, 2024 – The Polar Express experience
Whalehead’s Candlelight Christmas Tour
Fridays and Saturdays, 5:00pm – 6:00pm — November 29 – December 21, 2024
Tickets go on sale October 1st. Please reserve your spot early as these tours fill up quickly. Whalehead in Historic Corolla 252-453-9040
Sold Out Dates for the Candlelight Christmas Tour: Nov. 29th
Step back in time to the 1920’s décor and customs taking place during Mr. and Mrs. Edward Collings Knight, Jr.’s time in Corolla. The Whalehead mansion is beautifully decorated in the tradition of the times with greenery, Christmas trees, music, luscious food, fruit, candy and nuts. This special tour will feature a live performance on the original one-of-a-kind Steinway piano – custom designed for Mrs. Knight – along with a few traditional Christmas carols. Tour participants will explore this magnificent mansion including the newly designed Starkey room exhibit. Guests will also enjoy a holiday treat at the conclusion of the tour.
The 2024 Whalehead Candlelight Christmas Tour dates are Nov. 29 & 30 and Dec. 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21st. Due to the popularity of this tour, advanced reservations are required. Please call 252-453-9040 to reserve your spot. Admission is $20.00 per person and reservations are required. Tours begin promptly at 5:00pm. Tours are limited, sell out quickly and are non-refundable.
Tours begin promptly at 5:00pm.
8th Annual Christmas Craft Village
Friday, November 29th, 2024 (11am-4pm)
Whalehead in Historic Corolla Park
1st Friday after Thanksgiving annually
Start your holiday gift shopping on the grounds of Whalehead in Historic Corolla Park. Enjoy arts and crafts, fine arts, handmade cosmetics, baked goods and other unique treasures from local artists and vendors. The 8th Annual Christmas Craft Village is a one-day outdoor show that also includes additional fun to help you get into the holiday spirit. Take in the sights of Historic Corolla Park… Santa and Mrs. Claus will also be in attendance to hear Christmas wishes and provide an opportunity for photos. Kids will get to enjoy free pony rides and a petting zoo. There will also be food vendors for those hungry for more than a hot beverage. Ring in the holiday season in Corolla!
Food Vendors:
2024 Christmas Craft Village Application
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The Polar Express
Friday and Saturday (2 showings each day – 3:00pm and 6:30pm)
Dates: Friday, December 13th & Saturday, December 14th
Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education Auditorium
Please join us for a Polar Express experience…
About the movie: 
The Academy Award-winning team of Tom Hanks and director Robert Zemeckis (Forrest Gump, Cast Away) reunite for The Polar Express, an inspiring adventure based on the beloved children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg. When a doubting young boy takes an 
extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe.
Tickets are required due to limited seating.
Click here to reserve your ticket to the Polar Express event.
Sponsored by The Northern Outer Banks and Currituck Cooperative Extension Center.
Corolla Christmas Village
Friday and Saturday Evenings (5:00pm-8:00pm)
Dates TBD
Historic Corolla Village
The 4th Annual Corolla Christmas Village brings lights, floral delights, and holiday sights. Historic Corolla Village is transformed into a wonderland that delivers the holiday season spirit. Take a stroll through the sparkling village, where Christmas joy fills the crisp evening air. Each weekend features food trucks, delectable beverages at The Kind Cup coffee shop, and unique shopping opportunities at various Corolla Village merchants. Perfect for the entire family, there is no admission fee for this self-guided event.