Friday, December 4, 2026 | 6-8pm | Knightdale Station Park
Join us as we kick off the Holiday season by lighting the tree at Knightdale Station Park. Take pictures with Santa, watch local entertainment, enjoy holiday treats and activities, and then help countdown the lighting of our Christmas Tree.
Pictures with Santa will be located under the Pavilion on Knightdale Station Run. Both Santa and Mrs. Claus will be there from 6-7:30pm. Pictures with Santa is free and first-come, first-served. Please note that Santa has a firm end time at 7:30pm so he can get ready to help light the tree!
Knightdale Parks and Recreation is committed to providing an inclusive environment where visitors of all abilities can enjoy our special events.
Parking & Arrival
- All parking areas are paved and include designated accessible parking spaces.
- Large special events may have a designated accessible parking area; please refer to the event map for details.
- Accessible paved routes connect parking areas to primary park amenities and event spaces.
Entrances & Pathways
- All entrances and shared-use pathways throughout the park are accessible and paved.
- Accessible paved sidewalks with curb cuts provide connections between major amenities, including parking areas, event spaces, pavilions, and restrooms.
Facilities & Restrooms
- The park amphitheater (main event space) is a grass lawn that is generally level and accessible at grade from the Wilder Plaza Pavilions or sidewalks closest to the amphitheater stage.
- Concrete benches, without back support, are provided at the front of the amphitheater closest to the main stage. All other seating in the amphitheater is lawn seating; visitors are encouraged to bring their own chairs or blankets.
- Permanent, accessible restroom facilities are located in three areas of the park:
- Wilder Plaza Pavilions/Amphitheater
- Splash Pad/Playground
- Soccer Fields (closest to Soccer Field #2)
- For events using portable toilets, accessible units will be provided.
- Accessible drinking fountains are located outside all restroom buildings.
- Please note: drinking fountains are winterized seasonally and may be unavailable during winter months.
Need a break from the noise and bustle? Visit the Sensory Relaxation Station located next to the Knightdale Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Programs table under the Wilder Plaza Pavilion closest to the restrooms.
The Sensory Relaxation Station is a portable sensory room where light, textures, and interactive equipment are designed to be a calming place that allows those who need it an escape from a sensory-rich environment.
The Relaxation Station is not a play area, and children must be supervised while utilizing the area. Please utilize this space only when necessary to ensure it is available to those who need it.