Roanoke Rapids is a charming, small town in North Carolina that becomes an old-fashioned Christmas town around this time of year. From the glamorous, twinkling lights on their houses and businesses to organizing and donating to toy and food drives, you will feel love from these people as you enter their heartwarming place. Some of the events include the Shop & Stroll Holiday Open House presented by the Roanoke Avenue Business District, 1-5 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 20 on Roanoke Ave. for holiday savings, door prizes, and refreshments. And Creative Designs & Gifts will host a Christmas Open House at 6 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 13, on Becker Drive. But most importantly, don’t forget to participate in or watch the Roanoke Rapids Christmas Parade at 2 p.m., Dec. 4, also on The Avenue. Other activities include a Christmas tree lighting ceremony and festivities at Centennial Park.
Downtown Roanoke Rapids normally looks like this.
Indy beetle, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons But around Christmastime, hold onto your hats, because the generous business owners spend extra money to participate in the Holiday Window Decorating Contest, especially on The Avenue. Main Street Roanoke Rapids, 1040 Roanoke Ave, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870, USA
Stephens Outlet is the premier local flooring business for the Roanoke Valley, offering a wide variety of carpet, vinyl, luxury vinyl tile, and more.
Main Street Roanoke Rapids/Facebook Stephens Outlet, 1007 Roanoke Ave, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870, USA
And around the holidays, the Elf on the Shelf is around for an Elfie Selfie contest with drawings every week to win money.
Main Street Roanoke Rapids/Facebook
Watch out for the real thing too and stay on your best behavior.
Main Street Roanoke Rapids/Facebook
First Med Alert keeps the safety and security of our businesses and employees in mind as a drug testing service.
Main Street Roanoke Rapids/Facebook First Med Alert, Inc., 312 Roanoke Ave, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870, USA
If you need an exquisite holiday gown for a great price, The V is the answer. This is the shopping destination for fashion- and price-conscious customers.
Main Street Roanoke Rapids/Facebook The V, 1019 Roanoke Ave, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870, USA
The Quality Shop is an elegant, local icon for ladies who love to shop, offering the latest trends and lovely customer service.
Main Street Roanoke Rapids/Facebook Quality Shop Inc., 1022 Roanoke Ave, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870, USA
Shop for a cause at Lily’s Boutique, an important outreach business on The Avenue, where you can find beautiful inexpensive items at this resale store.
Main Street Roanoke Rapids/Facebook All proceeds benefit Transforming Lives & Restoring Hope Inc.
Hannah’s Closet Thrift Store is another important nonprofit business on The Avenue. It offers a large selection of treasures, such as jewelry, housewares, vintage and second-hand clothing, art, and pocketbooks.
Main Street Roanoke Rapids/Facebook All proceeds go toward helping survivors of domestic violence Hannah’s Closet Thrift Store, 1034 Roanoke Ave, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870, USA
Rivertown Home is one of the warmest places you will ever go, offering an endless and eclectic selection of unique, one-of-a-kind finds, mixed in with high-end home furnishings, home decor, and gifts.
Main Street Roanoke Rapids/Facebook And the best part about these owners is that they even offer snacks to their shoppers.
The holidays bring heart-warming gifts glowing around the peaceful space.
Rivertown Home/Facebook
And with the contribution of the hardworking city employees, it all adds up to a magical holiday. Just look at that yuletide glow!
Main Street Roanoke Rapids/Facebook
During the holidays, the Urban Greenspace is a hit with festive lights and activities.
Main Street Roanoke Rapids/Facebook
And Santa is normally lingering around reading love letters.
Main Street Roanoke Rapids/Facebook
Or listening to a most important Christmas wish.
Main Street Roanoke Rapids/Facebook
Or helping out by finding this pair of glasses.
Main Street Roanoke Rapids/Facebook
Even the employees are filled with the Christmas spirit at The Mill Coffee and Eatery, where the roasted red pepper soup is so creamy and delicious, you’ll go back for more, but especially for the outstanding, sweet service.
Main Street Roanoke Rapids/Facebook The Elf on the Shelf could be anywhere!
Surely there are more events taking place in Roanoke Rapids at Christmastime, so stay tuned. And while you’re at it, learn about some of the history of the town and Historic Halifax, right down the road. If you visit, please let us know about your experience in the comments below.
Indy beetle, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons
But around Christmastime, hold onto your hats, because the generous business owners spend extra money to participate in the Holiday Window Decorating Contest, especially on The Avenue.
Main Street Roanoke Rapids, 1040 Roanoke Ave, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870, USA
Main Street Roanoke Rapids/Facebook
Stephens Outlet, 1007 Roanoke Ave, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870, USA
First Med Alert, Inc., 312 Roanoke Ave, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870, USA
The V, 1019 Roanoke Ave, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870, USA
Quality Shop Inc., 1022 Roanoke Ave, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870, USA
All proceeds benefit Transforming Lives & Restoring Hope Inc.
All proceeds go toward helping survivors of domestic violence
Hannah’s Closet Thrift Store, 1034 Roanoke Ave, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870, USA
And the best part about these owners is that they even offer snacks to their shoppers.
Rivertown Home/Facebook
The Elf on the Shelf could be anywhere!
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