The most wonderful time of the year has arrived in Oxford, Mississippi, as Visit Oxford MS announces the full programming for the sixth annual Holly Jolly Holidays. Taking place November 22, 2025, through January 4, 2026, at mTrade Park, this year’s festivities will dazzle guests with the return of the Riverland Roofing Walk of Lights and the beloved Oxford on Ice presented by Oxford Rx. Oxford on Ice is currently nominated for the USA Today 10 Best Ice Skating Rink! Santa Visits will take place every Saturday leading up to Christmas, spreading extra joy to children and families at mTrade Park.
“Oxford is truly magical during the holiday season,” said Kinney Ferris, Executive Director of Visit Oxford. “What makes Holly Jolly Holidays so special is the way it brings our community together. Whether it’s families ice skating for the first time, friends gathering downtown for holiday shopping, or visitors coming to experience the charm of The Square. It’s a season of joy, connection, and tradition here in Oxford.”
The Walk of Lights will transform mTrade Park into a twinkling wonderland, complete with a walk-through tunnel of lights, cozy firepits for roasting s’mores, hot chocolate, cookies, and plenty of holiday cheer. Throughout the city, visitors can also follow the Peppermint Trail, where local businesses showcase peppermint-themed treats, cocktails and gifts. Look for the signature peppermint sticker to discover each stop and view participating local businesses here. Concessions are available at Holly Jolly Holidays at NESparc’s Jolly Bites!
Holly Jolly Holidays Hours: All ticket sales and entries must be made before 8:30 p.m.
- Oxford on Ice presented by Oxford Rx Hours:
- Wednesday – Friday: 5 pm–9 pm
- Saturday: noon–9 pm
- Sunday: 5 pm–9 pm
- Walk of Lights presented by Riverland Roofing Hours:
- Wednesday – Sunday: 5 pm–9 pm
- Extended hours will be offered the week of Thanksgiving and the week following Christmas.
- The celebration will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
Holly Jolly Holidays Pricing:
- Oxford on Ice: $15 per person (3 and under free!)
- Walk of Lights: $15 per person (6 and under free!)
- Combo Tickets (valid for one day only): $25 per person
- Wednesday & Thursday: half-price tickets per person
Visit Oxford MS thanks all the sponsors for their support of Holly Jolly Holidays: Oxford Rx, Riverland Roofing, NESparc, Casa Mexicana, Connie’s Chicken, El Charro, Marchbanks Cassidy Real Estate, Oxford Pediatric Dentistry, and The Blackburn Group.
In addition to Holly Jolly Holidays, Oxford invites locals and visitors alike to enjoy festive seasonal favorites throughout the city:
- Shop Oxford: Holiday Open House Cookie Stroll & Shop: Nov. 22, 2025, from 10 am–2 pm
- Oxford Christmas Parade: Dec. 1 at 6:30 pm
- Doors of Hope Holiday House Tour: Dec. 6 from 10 am–3 pm
- Gingerbread Holiday Village at the Ford Center: Dec. 5–17
- Holiday Ornament Auction featuring local artists: Dec. 12 from 7–9 pm
- Gnome Villages: Discover tiny holiday surprises tucked into corners and doorways around The Square.
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