Christmas on the Cumberland
November 25, 2008-January 1, 2009
In 1999 a holiday tradition began in Clarksville. That tradition is Christmas on the Cumberland at the McGregor Park RiverWalk. The RiverWalk will be transformed once again into a winter wonderland for the 9th Annual Christmas on the Cumberland event. The theme for this year’s event is The Spirit of Christmas.
This event attracts thousands of visitors to the RiverWalk each holiday season, a time when most people don’t think about taking a stroll in the park. The entire RiverWalk is decorated for the holiday season with beautiful Christmas villages and holiday scenes set with over 1 million twinkling lights, giving families and couples a reason to take that evening stroll at the park.
Christmas on the Cumberland is truly an experience to be treasured by the young and young-at-heart. Children of all ages are often captivated by scenes like Toyland with Santa’s workshop, the snow skiing elves, and two tunnels of dancing lights.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the dates and times?
Lighting Ceremony: November 25, 2008
The event hours are Sunday-Thursday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. November 26, 2008-January 1, 2009.
Do you charge admission?
There is no admission charge to view the lights at Christmas on the Cumberland.
How long is the display?
Christmas on the Cumberland stretches over seven-tenths of a mile along the McGregor Park RiverWalk.
Can I bring my pets?
Yes, you may bring your pets to walk through the park during the lighting display; however we do ask pet owners to clean up after their pets. Pets are not allowed in the stage/audience areas during the lighting ceremony or during public performances.
Do you offer concessions?
The Mayor’s Youth Council will sell hot beverages at the Lighting Ceremony on November 20th. Other vendors may be contracted to sell concessions on weekends during event hours.
Do you offer wheelchairs or strollers?
We do offer a limited number of manual wheelchairs for visitors with special needs, free of charge courtesy of Warren’s Apothecary. We do not offer stroller rentals.
I'm traveling from out of town. Where is McGregor Park?
The McGregor Park RiverWalk is located at 640 N. Riverside Drive (US 41-A).
The park is approximately 7.5 miles from I-24 at Exit 4. It is 43 miles from Nashville via I-24 West; 25-5 miles from Hopkinsville, KY via I-24 East. For further directions visit Google Maps.
How can I find out more?
For more information about Christmas on the Cumberland, please call 648-6129 or 648-6124.
