Downtown Brevard’s annual holiday festival transforms the city into a snowy winter wonderland. On Main Street, witness the tree-lighting ceremony while perusing for gifts at various vendor booths. There will also be live music performances like the Tuba Christmas concert and Carolina Dance Collaborative dances, and savory local food and drinks for sale from Brevard’s restaurants. Activities include skating on the ice rink, hayrides, and shopping downtown for holiday gifts. Kids can visit the Letter to Santa station to send off their wishes. A local favorite is the Chamber Christmas Parade to usher in the holiday spirit in the heart of Brevard. » Courthouse, Downtown Brevard; Saturday, 11 a.m..-7 p.m.; free; (828) 884-3278; www.explorebrevard.com