{"id":167576,"date":"2026-11-09T14:38:05","date_gmt":"2026-11-09T20:38:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thelocalvoice.net\/oxford\/?p=167576"},"modified":"2026-11-09T14:38:05","modified_gmt":"2026-11-09T20:38:05","slug":"visit-oxford-ms-unveils-full-programming-for-7th-annual-holly-jolly-holidays","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thelocalvoice.net\/oxford\/visit-oxford-ms-unveils-full-programming-for-7th-annual-holly-jolly-holidays\/","title":{"rendered":"Visit Oxford MS Unveils Full Programming for 7th Annual Holly Jolly Holidays\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Holly Jolly Holidays<\/strong><\/a> have arrived for the 7th annual celebration and Visit Oxford MS<\/strong><\/a> is unveiling the full lineup for November 21, 2026, through January 3, 2027, at mTrade Park<\/strong>, offering even more festive ways to enjoy the season. Returning with brand new displays this year, the Walk of Lights<\/strong><\/a> will feature a dazzling array of custom-designed illuminations that pay homage to Oxford\u2019s culture from the famous Double Decker Bus to the Oxford skyline. Experiential favorites like the beloved Oxford on Ice<\/strong><\/a> ice-skating rink and Santa Visits<\/a> will return, with Santa visiting every Saturday leading up to Christmas from 5\u20138 pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThere\u2019s something magical about Oxford during the holidays, and Holly Jolly Holidays amplifies that spirit in so many ways,\u201d said Kinney Ferris<\/strong>, executive director of Visit Oxford. \u201cFrom Walk of Lights to the Peppermint Trail throughout town, there\u2019s always a reason for locals and visitors to gather and celebrate.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Walk of Lights will transform mTrade Park into a winter wonderland complete with a walk-through tunnel of lights, hot chocolate, s\u2019mores by the fire, cookies, and more, but the treats extend well beyond the park. The Peppermint Trail<\/a> will wind through The Square and beyond, with participating local businesses offering peppermint treats, cocktails, and gifts, available wherever the peppermint sticker leads. See the full list of participating local businesses here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Oxford on Ice is currently nominated for \u201cBest Ice Skating Rink<\/strong>\u201d in the USA Today 10Best Readers\u2019 Choice Awards! Readers can vote for the fan favorite rink at this link<\/a> now through Monday, November 30 at 11:59 am EST.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Holly Jolly Holidays Hours<\/strong>: All ticket sales and entries must be made before 8:30 pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n