Step back in time and celebrate the season at the Historic Fishburn Mansion.
It’s the perfect time to visit, with lively Christmas trees and ornate holiday décor throughout the mansion. A wide variety of holiday programs are offered to help you celebrate the season. Pay a visit during the annual Open House, or join us early in the season to create your own live wreath! Explore our holiday programming below, and we hope to see you this winter.
About the Historic Fishburn Mansion
The 42-room Georgian-Revival mansion located in Roanoke’s Mountain View neighborhood was built in 1907 by Junius B. Fishburn. Mr. Fishburn was a prominent publisher, banker, entrepreneur, and philanthropist throughout the Roanoke Valley in the first half of the 20th century. In 1955, he donated his home to the city, with the stipulation that it would be solely used for public recreation purposes. Every year during the holidays, each room of the home is festively decorated, bringing to life the traditions the Fishburn family used to celebrate. More information about the Historic Fishburn Mansion can be found here.
Free Holiday Open House
Join us for a FREE Holiday Open House at the Historic Fishburn Mansion. The mansion and grounds will be open to the public for a self-guided tour experience.
Sun., December 14 from 1:00 – 5:00pm
Step back in time as you explore the Historic Fishburn Mansion in its holiday splendor. Learn about the history of the home and the family that occupied it while enjoying the décor, and imagine Christmases of decades past.
Parking will be at the mansion as well as along the surrounding streets.
Candlelight Christmas Tours
Enjoy an intimate tour of Roanoke’s Historic Fishburn Mansion by twinkle lights. $15, preregistration is required, and space is limited.
Thu., December 11 from 6:30 to 7:30 PM
Thu., December 11 from 8:00 to 9:00 PM
Fri., December 12 from 6:30 to 7:30 PM
Fri., December 12 from 8:00 to 9:00 PM
Belle and Beast’s Enchanted Christmas Ball at Historic Mountain View Mansion
Step into a magical holiday evening as Belle and Beast open the doors of Mountain View Mansion for an unforgettable Christmas Ball! 🌹🎄
Guests of all ages are invited to don their finest holiday attire to enjoy:
- A self-guided exploration of the mansion’s beautifully decorated first and second floors
- A rare opportunity to experience the mansion at night, aglow with Christmas trees and twinkling lights
- An enchanting ballroom dance with Belle, Beast, and their surprise royal friends
- Delicious light finger foods
- And much more enchanting holiday fun!
This one-of-a-kind holiday experience is perfect for the whole family—where fairy tale magic meets Christmas wonder.
Sat., December 13 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Limited spots available—reserve your place at the ball today! Registration opens October 18th, 2025.
Parking will be at the mansion as well as along the surrounding streets.
Live Wreath Making
Want to fill your home with notes of fresh evergreens while having a beautiful wreath on your front door for all to see? Come join a live wreath making class and learn a new, beginner friendly, holiday DIY! Wreaths are full size and will last beautifully throughout the holiday season. Instructed by: Mary Lawson Webb. $40
Sat., November 29 from 12:00 to 2:00 PM
Wed., December 10 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM
Yule Masquerade Ball
Join us as we gather to celebrate the spirit of Yule and the Winter Solstice. This Yule Masquerade Ball is being hosted by Temple of Sacred Knowledge.
Sat., December 20 from 6:00 – 9:00 PM
