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The holidays are here, and there's nothing more exciting than getting out and bustling around town to check out the events! Today, we'll be breaking down fun Christmas activities to do in Oxford, North Carolina. more 5 Fun Christmas Activities to Do in Oxford, North Carolina 1. Santa's Workshop Drake & Seymour Dentistry is hosting their first-ever Santa's Workshop on December 14 from 11am-1pm. This promises to be an enjoyable event with tons of free things to do for the kiddos, including photos with Santa, letters to Santa, crafts, marshmallow roasting, and a bounce house! You won't want to miss out so be sure to stop by. 2. Back to Bethlehem: Drive-Through Living Nativity On December 14, load up your Honda CR-V with the whole family and come out to experience a drive-through, living re-enactment of the traditional nativity scene! This unique event portrays a series of live scenes from the story of the birth of Jesus. It will be on from 6-8:30pm at Delrayno Baptist Church and best of all, it's entirely free! 3. Carlee Farm Holiday Marketplace Carlee Farm is hosting its annual holiday marketplace on December 14 from 11am-3pm. This four-hour event has free admission and features over 25 local vendors selling handmade crafts, jewelry, baked goods, and a whole lot more. This is an excellent opportunity to get some early holiday shopping in, and you might even see Santa and the Grinch too! 4. Retro Saturday and Ugly Sweater Party Tobacco Wood Brewing Co is hosting a holiday-themed edition of their Retro Saturday event on December 21. This is a full-day affair for the whole family, starting with a vendor market and Santa photo-taking from 11am-2pm, followed by an ugly sweater party and family karaoke night from 6-8pm. Pull out your most hideous holiday sweater and bring the family along to what promises to be a day full of lively festivities. 5. Granville Xmas Farm You've seen the award-winning 'Haunt Farm' at Halloween. Now get ready to explore a light-filled holiday wonderland as the farm goes from 'scary' to 'merry.' This drive-through experience features thousands of lights and dozens of classic holiday movie scenes. Santa himself will be there to greet you and takes photos. This event runs every day from 5:30-9pm (occasionally 10pm depending on the day) up until December 31. Prices vary depending on the number of passengers in your vehicle, so get your tickets now! The holidays are the most exciting time of year, and we think there's nothing better than driving around the city and checking out all the magical events that it has to offer. To get you started on experiencing that holiday magic, come on down to Boyd Honda Oxford in Oxford, NC today and we'll be happy to introduce you to your next ride that will fill your festive season with joy.

Do you want to build a snowman? If, like Elsa, you're a fan of the colder weather, there's all kinds of winter fun to enjoy. We've got some more unusual ideas about how to go wild in the white stuff. more Have Yourself Some Winter Fun in the Snow This Year! Experience Fat Biking A snowy landscape is a thing of beauty, so why not get out there and experience it first-hand? Fat biking is a cycling activity that's designed for the winter months, with extra-thick tires to add grip and balance. Compared to regular biking in the dirt, fat biking feels very different. But with a soft landing guaranteed, it's a snowy sport that the whole family can try out. Build a Bubble Forget about snowmen, when the temperature is below zero, it's all about building frozen bubbles. To make these icy pieces of art, put some warm water in a bowl and add corn syrup and dish soap. After giving everything a good mix, dip a straw into the bowl and gently blow out onto a frozen surface. Bubbles will form and freeze instantly, creating a very cool effect. If you really want to up the ante, you could try putting the solution into a battery-powered bubble maker! Go Skijoring No, we didn't accidentally fall on our keyboard while trying to spell "skiing"! Skijoring is a great winter activity that combines sledding and cross-country skiing. The name comes from the traditional Norwegian "skikjøring" which roughly translates as "ski driving". To take part, you'll need a set of skis and a willing dog or horse to pull you along. Using a quick-release harness and a lead, your chosen animal partner will run through the snow, pulling you along behind. You might need to travel to a skijor facility, with options in North Carolina including Blue Ridge Parkway and Elk Knob State Park. Try Ice Fishing Ice fishing sounds risky, but it's perfectly safe if you follow the guidelines. North Carolina has plenty of locations where you can go ice fishing, such as Big and Little Beaver Lakes. Look for clear, new ice that's at least 4 inches thick, and take advice from the local bait shop about safe spots to fish. Visit the Festival of Lights If the snow arrives between November and the start of January, why not take a road trip to visit the annual Festival of Lights? Held in Tanglewood Park in Clemmons, NC, the Festival of Lights features five miles of illumination plus a whole host of wintry activities. A truly magical experience in the snow, the Festival is fun for everyone, young and old. Snowy weather offers so many fun opportunities, but to enjoy all the activities you'll need a comfortable, reliable car that can easily handle icy conditions. We can help you to find the right vehicle with our large inventory of new and used cars. Get in touch with us today at Boyd Honda Oxford in Oxford, NC to find out more.