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An Enchanting Christmas in Martin, Tennessee. your small town holiday guide
The charming university town of Martin, Tennessee is known for its upscale shopping, Skyhawks sporting events, and welcoming residents. If you happen to visit Martin anytime time from mid November through mid January, you will see why Martin is also known as the most enchanting town in West Tennessee. Christmas in Martin is truly a magical time of the year. Experiece it for yourself and step right into your favorite Hallmark movie.
Preview to Christmas Weekend
Get in the Holiday Spirit at Martin’s Preview to Christmas Weekend!
Kick off the holiday season in Downtown Martin, TN, with the Preview to Christmas weekend, happening Friday through Sunday, November 8–10. This weekend-long celebration is packed with festive activities that capture the small-town charm of Martin in a truly magical way.
Holiday Open Houses & Shopping
All weekend, local shops and boutiques will host holiday open houses, offering early Christmas sales and festive deals. Wander through the beautifully decorated downtown, enjoy holiday-themed window displays, and pick out unique gifts for everyone on your list.
Full list of retailers and theirs sales coming soon.
View our local retail and restaurants here.
https://www.cityofmartin.net/visitmartintn/shop/.
Veterans Day Parade
The festivities continue on Saturday at 10:00 AM with the Veterans Day Parade along University and Lindell Streets. The parade route will begin at the corner of Lovelace and University Street and continue through Downtown Martin. Parade participation is free. Businesses and groups are welcome to participate. All veterans and family members are welcome to ride or walk in the parade.
Martin Community Band Christmas Concert
As the sun sets on Saturday, the Martin Community Band will perform their first-ever Christmas concert at 4:00 PM on The Stage in Festival Park. This free concert, featuring holiday classics, will bring the sounds of the season to downtown Martin. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the view of Martin’s “Hallmark Town” backdrop as you listen.
Santa’s First Stop
Santa is making his first stop of the season in Downtown Martin for both children and families to meet Santa Claus and Mrs Claus at the City of Martin Public Library on Saturday from 10:00 AM–1:00 PM. He will be located downstairs in the children’s department and then again outside after the Christmas concert from 5:00–6:30 PM. Get those Christmas lists ready for Santa’s first stop in Martin! This is free for people to come and enjoy.
Christmas Bazaar
Wrap up the weekend by exploring a Christmas Bazaar featuring local artisans and holiday crafts, perfect for finding one-of-a-kind decorations and handmade gifts. The Bazaar is located at the Martin First United Methodist Church in Downtown Martin from 9:00AM – 1:00PM.
With its cozy shops, festive events, and warm community feel, Martin’s Preview to Christmas is the perfect way to start the holiday season! Come for the day or stay the weekend, and enjoy all that Martin has to offer.
Christmas Parade – December 2
The annual Martin Christmas Parade is a small town holiday tradition you don’t want to miss. The Martin Christmas parade is hosted by the local Martin Kiwanis Club. Each year the parade has a new theme, the 2024 theme is Winter Wonderland. The parade begins at the UT Martin Football Stadium and continues down University Street and Lindell Street through Downtown Martin.
Join us for the 2024 Christmas parade on Monday , December 2nd. The parade begins at 7:00pm and usually ends about 8:00pm depending and number of participants.
Interested in riding in the parade? Register and pay here on Eventbrite.
- Entry fee: $5.00 Deadline for entries: December 1st
Library Open House – December 7
40th Annual Santa’s Village – December 12-15
This custom designed Santa’s Village is put together by the Martin Parks & Recreation Department. Santa’s Village features 25,000 square feet of Christmas family fun including a petting farm, Popes Rides, Black & Decker Model Train display, an enchanted forest with 40+ holiday displays, and of course Santa Claus. Shop from 50+ arts & crafts vendors selling unique handmade items. Some unique vendor items include hand made crochet & quilts, custom monograming, characture drawings, duck decoys & Texas Rigs, pet accessories, fresh & freeze dried food items, wood turning, and custom sublimation printing.
Parking Located at the UT Martin Football Stadium off University Street.
Friday 6-9PM
Saturday 11AM-9PM
Sunday 1-5PM
Christmas Lights in Downtown Martin
Downtown Martin, Tennessee is a beautiful place for family photos, holiday events, shopping, and dining. Downtown Martin is decorated with over 30,000 twinkling white lights. Step right into your favorite Christmas movie and experience the charm of our amazing community. Downtown Martin hosts over 20+ retail businesses and restuarants and has become the travel destination of West Tennessee.
Downtown Retail Shops Include: Monograms & More, Vickis Designer Touch, A New You Salon, 5 Seasons Mens Shop, Buff City Soap, Pet Blvd, Focal Point Media, Warner Pace Interiors, Madi & Max Childrens Boutique, Merle Norman, Color Shop, Styles on Broadway SalonSpa, Sugar & Spice Ladies Clothing & Gifts, Claire & Schuster Interiors and Gifts. See our shopping blogs for more information.
Martin Area Restaurants Include: Blakes at Southern Milling, Blue Oak Oyster Bar & Grill, Martin’s Coffee & Bakery, La Cabana, Crave, Charcuterie Queen, Vantage Coffee Roasters, The Grind Mac & Cheese Burger Bar, Cadillacs Bar Grill, Hawks Nest, Sammies, Best Wings in Martin, & more. See our Foodies blog to learn all about these amazinf eateries.
