“Jonesboro’s ‘Christmas Wonderland in the Pines’ is just another bright and shining example of why there’s really no place quite like the South to usher in good tidings and Yuletide cheer.” – Southern Living Magazine

Every year on the last Saturday of November, which this year falls on November 26th, the annual “Christmas Wonderland in the Pines” festival ushers the holiday season into the town of Jonesboro. With over 5 million Christmas lights dotting our small town, visitors flock from all over the state and region to experience a one of a kind display of wonderment and hospitality.

See below for the tentative schedule of planned activities:

Saturday, November 26th:

10:00am – Grand Marshal Coffee and Ceremony in the Community Room in Town Hall.
The Grand Marshal is presented a Proclamation from the Mayor declaring the day in their honor. Family, friends, and members of the public are invited to attend. Business casual attire is encouraged.
11:00am – Children’s Choir Concert at Veteran’s Park
12:00pm – Official Turning on of the Christmas Lights
1:00pm – Zydeco Band Concert at Pocket Park on Jimmie Davis Blvd. 
4:30pm – Annual Christmas Wonderland in the Pines Parade 
The annual parade starts along Cooper Avenue, turns at Third Street, comes down Allen Avenue toward the Courthouse and turns onto Jimmie Davis Boulevard, turns at Hudson Avenue, and finishes on Seventh Street. The judges’ table is located on Jimmie Davis Blvd. at the steps of the Courthouse.
6:00pm – Annual Firework Show 
Once dark, the firework show will start. The fireworks are shot from the Public Works Department, under the supervision of the State Fire Marshal. The fireworks can be viewed from nearly anywhere in the city.

CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL SEASON ATTRACTIONS

Over 5 Million Christmas Lights
Jonesboro’s Christmas Park (located at the corner of Fourth Street and Polk Avenue)
Every Friday and Saturday after the parade, Santa is at the Christmas Park and available for pictures from 5 PM to 9 PM until December 23rd.
Horse Carriages through the Town beginning November 26th and running through January, 1st. You can pick up a horse carriage ride at the Christmas Park. Cost is $10/adult and $5/child and all rides are provided by a private individual(s) or companies.