Festival Coordinated Event

By now, you’ve likely seen multiple illustrations of distinctly styled Santas and various gnomes throughout ChristmasVille’s website, as well as throughout Old Town if you’ve already begun exploring. These whimsical creations are the work of Rock Hill’s adopted son and famed illustrator, Vernon Grant, most widely known for his three fun-loving gnomes used to market Kellogg’s Rice Krispies®. Vernon’s work encompasses much more than Snap ®, Crackle ®, and Pop® through his abundant illustrations for nationally known magazines and advertising campaigns. Vernon Grant’s artwork can be seen displayed on street poles and in art galleries within Old Town during the entire month of December. There’s even a larger-than-life mural inspired by his iconic images, as well as multiple 3D museum-quality models in storefront windows along Main Street! In 2016, ChristmasVille organizers established a tradition of re-imagining Vernon Grant People’s Choice Santa images by commissioning life-size 3D creations. This year, the 8th model will be added to the collection, and we encourage you to take a stroll along Main Street to spot these handmade treasures. You can even turn it into a fun scavenger hunt! A special thanks is extended to Showtime Theatre Company for installing these works. Grant the Gnome's […]

Old Town comes alive with half a million twinkling lights during the month of December through the beautifully lit trees that line Main Street and Fountain Park, as well as along the trim of historic buildings, and down the numerous walkways that leave you feeling all warm and fuzzy inside. Grab a camera and your family or friends to explore the magic and wonder this ChristmasVille, and even into the new year! Walkways include: Cotton Alley adjacent to 121 E. Main St. sponsored by Piedmont Medical Center Elk Avenue Walkway adjacent to 130 E. Main St. sponsored by Rock Hill Coca-Cola Freedom Walkway at 139 E. Main St. sponsored by Williams & Fudge The Anderson Walkway at 108 E. Main St sponsored by Visit York County Warehouses on White Walkway at 130 W. White St. sponsored by Springs Creative Grant the Gnome's Pro Tip: If you have any trouble finding the walkways, just look for the lights!