LIGHT UP THE TRACKS
November 22, 2025 to January 1, 2026
Downtown Ashland Association transforms the trackside historic district to celebrate the season.
With the help of Dominion Energy as presenting sponsor, Downtown Ashland hosts a FREE mile-long holiday light display and illuminates six weeks of special events.
Walk, cycle, or drive through a twinkling spectacle of over ten thousand lights that dazzles visitors with dining, shopping, and entertainment along the route. The holiday magic illuminates each night at dusk and keeps shining all night in the Center of the Universe!
SHOP THE SEASON
Apparel - Ashland’s Most Wanted Party Animal & Trashed Panda Jolly Jaunt
$39.95
20% of proceeds support Hanover County Animal Protection and Shelter
FEATURED EVENTS
WIN THE WINTER!
Hunters of all ages are invited to explore participating local businesses in search of a small raccoon sticker cleverly hidden somewhere inside each shop. Once found, participants can...
🐾 Snap a photo
🐾 Tag @AshlandVirginia on Instagram
🐾 Scan a QR code at the register of the participating store to enter a holiday prize drawing featuring the Caboose Market & Cafe’s local treats gift basket and a $50 gift card to Tiny Tim’s and Trains.
COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Creating this unique holiday experience requires a community effort, including our presenting sponsors Dominion Energy, Minuteman Press of Ashland and local partners—Town of Ashland, Hanover Arts & Activities Center, residents, and business owners.
SHOP LOCAL
Support local shops, dining, and entertainment! Choose from the list of Downtown Ashland businesses.
