Kannapolis Celebration of Lights & Winterland Express

About this adventure

The Kannapolis Celebration of Lights at Village Park features more than 250,000 sparkling LED lights arranged in whimsical holiday displays. The signature attraction is the Winterland Express—the park's historic G-24 miniature train that carries passengers through an enchanting illuminated route filled with animated snowmen, dancing bears, and glowing arches. Back in the park, children can ride the vintage Italian double-decker Venetian carousel, visit with Santa in his workshop, roast marshmallows over outdoor fire pits, and watch the Leonard Bearstein Symphony Orchestra—an animatronic 18-piece bear orchestra that performs charming holiday classics. Village Park is fully ADA accessible with paved concrete paths throughout, making it an easy experience for parents pushing strollers or wagons. Restrooms with baby changing stations are located at both the train depot and the central playground pavilion. The park's well-lit perimeter and enclosed fencing give parents of active toddlers extra peace of mind.