EDITOR'S NOTE: The video is from Charlotte Motor Speedway's Speedway Christmas, which isn't too far from Christmas Town USA. If you live in North Carolina, you might be surprised to learn that Christmas Town USA is right here. In December, McAdenville, a suburb of Charlotte, transforms into Christmas Town USA, which is now in its 68th year and is one of the biggest holiday attractions in the Carolinas.Top StoriesNorthern Lights: Will we see it in North Carolina, Virginia? Check out the best chances for viewing in the United StatesFive students jumped from back of moving school bus, 1 Parkland student died, Winston-Salem officials sayYadkin County mom wants sheriff to do more after death of 14-year-old sonGet the latest news stories of interest by clicking hereOn Dec. 1, the official start of Christmas Town USA will begin with a tree lighting ceremony at 102 Main Street in downtown McAdenville. It will begin at 5:30 p.m. In the common areas of town sits a large nativity scene, as well as 250 evergreen trees covered with more than 500,000 red, white, and green lights. In the center of town, there is a large lake with a fountain along with floating Christmas trees. Watch: NOWCAST streaming newscastsThere is also a historic bell tower, built in 1883, that plays Christmas music for the entire town to enjoy. Christmas Town USA takes place from Dec. 1-26, from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. each night.Keep up with the latest news and weather by downloading the WXII app here.To see more about Christmas Town USA, visit its website here.NAVIGATE: Home | Weather | Watch NOWCAST TV | Local News | National | News We Love |CHRISTMAS COVERAGE