Here is a list of several holiday events around town this year.
ARLINGTON:
Arlington Christmas Parade
Saturday, December 7th, 2013 at 4:00 pm.
The Arlington Christmas parade will begin at Chester Street and Hayes Road. It will then proceed north on Chester, concluding at Historic Depot Square with the lighting of the official town Christmas tree.
ATOKA:
Adkison Park Tree Lighting
December 3rd 6:30 pm
Park Lighting & Choir Performance
BARTLETT:
Bartlett Christmas Parade
Saturday, December 7, starting time is 4:00 p.m.
The parade will proceed on Stage Road between Elmore Park and Shelby Street.
COLLIERVILLE:
Collierville Christmas Tree Lighting
December 3, 2013 5:30 p.m. Hot chocolate served by the Town of Collierville Mayor and Board of Aldermen.
6:00 p.m. - Entertainment
7:00p.m. - Christmas Tree Lighting and the arrival of Santa.
Don't forget your lawn chairs and cameras but please leave your pets at home.
37th Annual Collierville Christmas Parade
December 6, 2013 7:00 p.m.
Byhalia Road
Pet Photos w/Santa
December 2, 9 & 16 4PM-7PM
All pets must be on leash & up to date on vaccinations.
Located inside Suite 737 near Charming Charlie.
Santa Photos
November 16 – December 24
Carriage Crossing Suite 737 near Charming Charlie
CORDOVA:
Bellevue Baptist Church Singing Christmas Tree "Return to Miracle Street"
Friday, December 13 – 7:00 p.m.*
Saturday, December 14 – 2:00 and 6:00 p.m.*
Sunday, December 15 – 3:00 and 7:00 p.m.*
Monday, December 16 – no performance
Tuesday – December 17 – 7:00 p.m.*
Wednesday – December 18 – 7:00 p.m.*
Tickets are $3, $6, $12, and $18, depending on the section. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased one of the following three ways:
1. Internet
Purchase tickets with your MasterCard or Visa online now. A seating chart will allow you to select your seat, and you will be able to print your own tickets.
2. Information Center (located in West Lobby)
The Information Center† is open Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; Sundays and Wednesdays, before and after each service.
3. Phone
Tickets may be purchased with a MasterCard or Visa by calling the information Center† at (901) 347-5500. A $1 shipping and handling fee per order will apply.
GERMANTOWN:
Germantown Holiday Parade
Saturday, December 14th 2:00 PM
Cost: Free
Farmington Boulevard
Germantown, Tennessee 38138
Beginning at the corner of Kimbrough Road and Farmington Boulevard, the parade proceeds west on Farmington Boulevard to Exeter Road, turns north on Exeter Road and ends at Germantown Athletic Club.
HERNANDO:
Cedar Hill Farms Breakfast & Pictures w/ Santa & other events
008 Love Road
Hernando, MS 38632
Click Here for more information
Cedar Hill Farms Christmas Tree Farm
Fri. Nov. 29th – Sat. Dec. 21st 2013
Monday – Saturday 10:00a.m. – 5:00p.m.
Open Sunday Dec. 1st & Sun. Dec. 8th 12:00 – 5:00p.m.
Closed Sunday Dec. 15th, Monday Dec. 16th & Sunday Dec. 22nd.
Open Tues. Dec. 17th – Sat. Dec. 21st 10:00a.m. – 5:00p.m.
The last hayride leaves out to the choose and cut tree fields at 4:30pm each day.
There is no admission to the farm during Christmas! You just have to pay for your tree, the hayride is free! Tree prices are $8.00 per foot (Plus Tax) for our Leyland Cypress & Carolina Blues.
Hernando Annual Cookies with Santa
Sunday, Dec 1, 2013, 2:00pm-5:00pm
Gale Community Center
2601 Elm Street
Hernando, MS
Bring your children to have their picture made with Santa and enjoy cookies, crafts and more.
Hernando Christmas Tree Lighting
Saturday, Dec 7, 2013, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Courthouse Square, 2535 Hwy 51 S.
Hernando, MS
56th Annual Hernando Christmas Parade
Hernando Chamber of Commerce
December - 2nd 6:30pm
Hernando Court Square
Hernando, MS 38632
HORN LAKE:
Annual Horn Lake Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting
Saturday, Dec 14, 2013, 7:00pm
Latimer Lakes Park
5633 Tulane Road
The parade will begin beside Horn Lake Fire Station 1 on Tulane Road and end at Latimer Lakes Park. The annual lighting of the tree begins approximately 30 minutes following the end of the parade precession, followed by fireworks. Free hot chocolate (other drinks available for purchase).
MEMPHIS:
Cherokee Baptist Church Puppet Tree
Friday, December 13 at 7pm.
Saturday, December 14 at 1pm and 5pm.
Sunday, December 15 at 5pm.
Admission is free. Refreshments will be served following the program.
No childcare is provided, but babies of all ages are welcome!
5340 Quince Rd.
Memphis, TN
Cotton Museum Holiday Family Fun
Saturday, December 14th 10am-2pm
Admission is Free and open to the public
Schedule of events:
10:00- 12:00: Face painting and sing-a-long
11:00-11:45: Make Chocolate Trash Candy with Laurie Triplette
12:00-2:00: Balloon animals and sing-a-long
12:30-1:30: Visit with Santa
1:00-1:45: Rubs, Seasonings and Sauces with Laurie Triplette
All Day: Festive snacks, warm drinks, and seasonal crafts.
There will be fun activities and snacks for the kids, free access to all the exhibits, and Santa himself will be making an appearance.
Cotton Museum
65 Union Avenue
Orion Starry Nights
November 29, 2013 - December 27, 2013
(closed December 2 for a private event)
Sunday-Thursday: 6pm-9pm
Friday-Saturday: 6pm-10pm
Shelby Farms Park
500 North Pine Lake Drive
Memphis, TN 38134
Admission (all proceeds benefit Shelby Farms Park Conservancy)
Tuesday-Sunday: $20 per car, $50 per limo/large van, $150 per charter bus
Mondays are closed to cars for Run, Walk, Ride Nights - a chance to see the lights on foot or bicycle. Run, Walk, Ride Night Admission: $5 per person or $20 per family
All military + emergency services personnel with I.D. receive a $5 discount per car on tickets purchased at the entry gate. This discount is valid every night at the front gate. Not valid for tickets purchased online.
Extra cost events:
Camel Rides: $5
Starry Petting Zoo: $3
Photos with Santa: $22
Simon Kidgits Club “Santa’s Breakfast & Parade”
Saturday, Dec. 7, from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Simon Kidgits Club members are invited to a very special Breakfast with Santa and Parade! Families will have a chance to dine with the jolly fellow and follow him to The Children’s Place to participate in interactive games, festive activities and more. Free for Simon Kidgits Club Members; $5 to sign-up for annual membership.
Wolfchase Galleria Santa Clause
Now through December 24th
Click Here for full list of hours.
Wolfchase Galleria
2760 N. Germantown Parkway
Memphis, TN 38133
Free to visit Santa; professional photo package prices vary.
Suntrust Zoo Lights
November 22 – December 30 (select nights)
5:30 to 9:30 p.m.
2000 Prentiss Place
Memphis, TN 38112
Tickets: $6/members; $8/nonmembers
Suntrust Zoo Lights Marvel Character Appearances
Show times: November 22 at 7 p.m.; November 23 at 1 & 7 p.m.
Meet and Greet: November 23 at 1:30 p.m.
Daytime appearances included with General Zoo Admission
Evening appearances included with SunTrust Zoo Lights Admission
Children's Museum Gingerbread Fantasy!
Saturday, December 7, 11am & 1pm
Program fee is $25 per Gingerbread House kit (museum admission NOT included). Reservations are required and seats are limited. Choose a session: 11 am or 1 pm. Register by December 6 at 901-458-2678, ext. 221.
Children's Museum Reindeer Games and Candy Canes!
Saturday, December 14, 10am-1pm
Celebrate the magic of the season with themed crafts and games! Santa and Rudolph will be on site with giveaways for the children! Listen to a children’s bell choir and watch a mini-Nutcracker Ballet performance. Parents, don’t forget your camera! Tickets can be purchased at the door. Includes museum admission.
Non-Members – $15/Members – $3
The Peabody Holiday Tree Lighting
November 29th 11am - 5pm
The Peabody kicks off the holiday season the day after Thanksgiving with the arrival of Santa Claus and the lighting of the Christmas tree. Local choirs perform holiday classics throughout the day, and the Peabody Pastry Team unveils their Christmas Village.
Memphis Botanic Garden Snowy Nights in My Big Backyard
Fridays and Saturdays
November 29-December 14 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Open nightly December 17-30 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Last admission 8:00 p.m.
Closed December 24 & 25
Cost: MBG members $7
Non-members $10
Children under 2 are free
Advance tickets guarantee date selection; click here to purchase online!
Memphis Botanic Garden Breakfast with Santa
Saturday, December 7th at 9:00 am!
Tickets are online now, or call 636-4131 to confirm by phone.
You'll need to make reservations by noon, December 6th, or before they sell out!
Cost: MBG members $12
Non-members: $15
MILLINGTON:
Millington Christmas Parade
Saturday, December 7th 3:00pm
Millinton, TN 38053
The parade begins at Bill Knight & Newport, continuing north on Newport, right onto Navy Road, right onto Church Street, and right onto Bill Knight.
MUNFORD:
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OAKLAND:
Oakland Christmas Parade
Sat, December 7, 6pm – 9pm
Parade route will begin on Chickasaw Ridge (in front of Wal-Mart), continue east on Highway 64 to Highway 194 North, and end at Oakland Elementary. Lighting of the Town’s Christmas tree by Mayor and Santa to follow immediately at corner of Hwy 64/ Hwy 194 (lot next to Goodwill).
OLIVE BRANCH:
Christmas Cosmic Skate
December 21 8-11 pm
Mid-South Ice House
10705 Ridgeway Industrial Road
Olive Branch, MS 38654
Olive Branch 37th Annual Christmas Parade
December 07, 2013 PARADE: 2:00 PM FOOD VENDORS/ CRAFT VENDORS: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Pigeon Roost Rd. and Goodman Rd.
Olive Branch, MS 38654
Tel: 662-895-2600
Santa Claus in Old Towne
Olive Branch Old Towne
Dec 2, 2013 - Dec 5, 2013
9200 Pigeon Roost Road
Olive Branch, MS 38656
Santa Claus will visit Old Towne for pictures at Pigeon Roost Plaza in front of the barber shop.
SOMERVILLE:
Christmas Parade
Saturday, December 7th, 2013 1:00pm
SOUTHAVEN:
Southaven's Annual Breakfast with Santa
Dec 7, 2013 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
The Arena at Southaven
7360 Highway 51
Southaven, MS 38672
There is no admission cost, but reservations must be made by Wednesday, December 4th.
Southaven Christmas Parade 2013
City of Southaven
Dec 7, 2013 7:00PM
3395 Pine Tar
Southaven, MS 38671
Click Here for the Parade Route
Southern Lights
November 28th-December 31st (closed Christmas Day)
Hours:
Sunday – Thursday, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm; Friday & Saturday, 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm.
From December 18th through December 24th, the hours of operation will be extended one hour longer every night. From December 26th through December 31st, hours will revert back to normal hours.
Cost: $10.00 for cars; $15.00 for vans and hayrides; $25.00 for buses and $5.00 for motorcycles. All proceeds will go to local charitable organizations. Please come and enjoy over a half million dazzling lights in the holiday exhibits set to a variety of Christmas music.
WALLS MS:
Town of Walls Christmas Parade
Dec 7, 2013
9087 Nail Road
Walls, MS 38680
Have an event you want to add to this list? Send it to me at mymemphismommy@gmail.com. Please put Holiday Event in the subject. Also, if you have a link to the event please add it with your email. Thanks, Jessica
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