The Holidays in NEA
Events
The Nutcracker @ The Forum
A holiday tradition beloved by generations, The Nutcracker is a magical ballet that follows young Clara as she receives a nutcracker doll on Christmas Eve. That night, she’s swept into a fantastical world filled with toy soldiers, dancing snowflakes, and the Sugar Plum Fairy. With its timeless Tchaikovsky score and stunning choreography, this ballet enchants audiences of all ages.
https://foajonesboro.org/production/nutcracker/
Princess Day: Santa's North Pole
Visit Santa’s North Pole and hang out with your favorite princesses! Regular admission ($7.00) for this days events.
Santa’s North Pole - NEA Christmas
Christmas Tree Plantation: Opening Day
Come make real memories with your family by getting a real tree grown by a local family! Start the season off right by finding a choose-and-cut tree, grabbing some cocoa, and sitting by the fire while it’s prepared for the trip to your home.
Grand Opening: Santa's North Pole
Our big opening day for 2025, including live reindeer, balloon animals, and a lot of other extras…all on top of our walk-through wonderland and a chance to see Santa!
Santa’s North Pole - NEA Christmas
Jonesboro Christmas Parade
The 78th Annual Jonesboro Christmas Parade: “Candy Christmas”
Main Street, Downtown Jonesboro
https://jonesborochristmasparade.com/
2025 Downtown Joyfest
2025 Downtown JoyFest
The Downtown Jonesboro JoyFest is an annual event held in Downtown Jonesboro. The event includes a Christmas Tree lighting, live performances, rides, local vendors, activities, and more.
https://www.joyfestjonesboro.com/
2025 Santa Shuffle
THE SANTA SHUFFLE IS BACK!
Join us for a stroll through the lights of Christmas at the Park! Walk or run through our regions biggest and best Christmas display! This unique, family-friendly event features over 450,000 lights and attractions. Come early or stay after to take photos with Santa, purchase hot chocolate, enjoy Christmas sights and sounds, and exercise!
Park Entry: Only open to Santa Shuffle Participants
Race Entry - $13
Santa Shuffle T- Shirts $25
T-SHIRT DEADLINE NOVEMBER 16TH!
ALL PROCEEDS GO TO OUR MEDICAL EXERCISE REHABILITATION!
https://raceroster.com/events/2025/111588/santa-shuffle
Lit’l Bita Christmas
Plan your visit now! Tickets are live for the 39th Annual Lit'l Bita Christmas. The show kicks off next Friday at noon, shop your favorite local arts and craft vendors at First National Bank Arena in Jonesboro.
Purchase here https://am.ticketmaster.com/arkstate/buy/LBC2025?
Or call the ASU Central Box Office at (870) 972-2781