Date and Time

• Friday, Dec 19, 2025  6pm - 10pm

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Delta Dental Dickens of a Christmas December 5, 12, 19 - 2025

Embrace the joy of the season as the Roanoke Valley’s largest holiday celebration, Delta Dental Dickens of a Christmas, returns on the first three Friday nights in December. Don't miss our free Christmas festival in the heart of Downtown Roanoke.

Night 3 - December 19, 6pm - 10pm

Featuring the Roanoke Valley SPCA Pet Costume Contest   

The beloved Roanoke Valley SPCA Pet Costume Contest returns, taking place on Salem Avenue at the Plaza behind the Market Building. Pet owners may start registering their pets at 5:30pm the night of the event. The contest begins at 6:30pm.

Categories: Best Holiday Theme, Crowd Favorite, Most Creative, Funniest Costume, and Best Smile

Dickens Highlights:

• Holiday Vendors
• Live performances
• Atlantic Union Bank Kids Zone
• Santa's Workshop
• Carriage Rides

Get a free photo with Santa courtesy of PARK Roanoke.

Learn about the other nights of Dickens