UPCOMING HOLIDAY CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Editor’s Note: With so many larger events canceled in our area due to COVID-19, we need your help! If you know of an event not listed here, please email Sarah Stephens at editorsarah@yahoo.com to have it included. There is NO CHARGE for this listing.
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2020 AT 6 PM CST – 8 PM CST
Mix & Mingle, Shop & Jingle
Downtown Historic District, Prattville
Public · Hosted by Kudzu and Cotton, Fountain City Nutrition and Victoria’s Boutique
Join The Shoppes of Historic Downtown Prattville for another fabulous Sip and Shop event! Mix and Mingle amongst the various shops, and get your Christmas shopping done while you enjoy refreshments and musical entertainment by the fabulous Jessie Lynn!
NOVEMBER 22
The Alabama Backs the Blue organization based in Wetumpka is gearing up for a Holly, Jolly Christmas event with more than 30 vendors signed up.
The event will be held Sunday, Nov. 22 in the Coaches Corner parking lot. The address is 203 Orline Street in Wetumpka. It will begin at 11 a.m. and go until 5 p.m.
There will be plenty of food, crafts, shopping opportunities and family fun. Santa will also make a special appearance from 3-5 p.m.
Many thanks to Coaches Corner for allowing the event to be held in their parking lot.
For more information, contact alabamabackstheblue@gmail.com
NOVEMBER 22
Holiday Open House
Downtown Historic District, Prattville
Sunday, November 22, 2020 at 1 PM CST
Downtown Historic District, Prattville
Public ·
Join the Shoppes of Downtown Prattville for our traditional Sunday Holiday Open House!
NOVEMBER 27
Live Christmas Trees on Sale beginning at 8 a.m. Nov. 27 at St. Michael and All Angels’ Episcopal Church in Millbrook
This year with COVID-19, the church had to cancel their primary fundraiser for the year, which is the very popular AngelFest arts and crafts event, with a giant bake sale. So, funds raised from this tree sale will help to boost their community mission fund. From the Ole St. Mike’s Christmas Tree Page:
Welcome to the inaugural year of St. Michael and All Angels’ Episcopal Church Christmas Tree Lot. You will find premium fresh-cut Christmas trees on the lush grounds of our parish.
The church is located 5941 Main Street in Millbrook. For questions or more information contact them on their Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/olestmikeschristmastrees
NOVEMBER 28
City of Prattville Tree Lighting 6-9 p.m.
Historic Downtown
The City of Prattville will host a non-traditional Christmas Tree Lighting Saturday, November 28, 2020. In conjunction with Small Business Saturday, Historic Downtown Prattville will transform into a Winter Wonderland with a 100% chance of snow and Christmas cheer from 6-9pm. We encourage you to stay on Santa’s nice list and remember to social distance as we kick off the Christmas season. #PrattvilleStrong #ChristmasinPrattville #ShopSmall #HistoricDowntownPrattville
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2020 AT 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Christmas Lights Festival
Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum
Public · Hosted by Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum
Tickets –
montgomeryzoo.com
See the Montgomery Zoo transformed into a Winter Wonderland displaying thousands of sparkling and twinkling lights and festive decorations at Christmas Lights Festival. Take a leisurely stroll, a brisk train ride, or see the lights from atop the Zoofari Skylift Adventure Ride. Visit Santa, enjoy the live nightly entertainment at the Overlook Cafe, and no winter’s night would be complete without some warming hot chocolate and fresh baked cookies.
Sign up By Nov. 19 to Sponsor a Tree for Family Support Center Fundraiser in Prattville
Thursday, December 3, 2020 at 5 PM CST
Prattville Creekwalk
Public · Hosted by Family Support Center
Get your tree now!
We are currently selling sponsorships/trees for the The Annual Autauga Creek Christmas Tree Trail. The trees will be lit on Thursday December 3rd and stay lit until Sunday January 3rd. This is a fundraiser for the Family Support Center and a great way to showcase your business throughout the month of December.
Enjoy the beauty of Historic Downtown Prattville for the month of December by taking a stroll along the Creekwalk and enjoying all of the beautifully decorated trees sponsored by local businesses and organizations.
INTERESTED in sponsoring a tree? Email merrill.carroll@acfsc.org for more information. Sponsorships and checks must be received by November 19th.
DECEMBER 3
The Annual Tree Lighting for the City of Millbrook will be held beginning at 6 p.m. at the Village Green Park Thursday, Dec. 3. There will be caroling, treats, concessions, live entertainment and more! Other than concessions for sale, this event is free and a great way to welcome in the Christmas season. This is a FREE event, but you are encouraged to bring a can of food for the WELCOME Food Pantry.
DECEMBER 4
Prattville Christmas Parade Will Roll! A favorite holiday tradition returns! Prattville’s Annual Christmas Parade will be on Friday, December 4, 2020, at 7:00 p.m. We will be making some adjustments to try to minimize the risk to our community while maintaining a fun, family-friendly event. This year we will be limiting the number of entries for participants. Participants not of the same household are encouraged to wear a mask if proper social distancing cannot be maintained. For an application or more information, contact the Special Events office at 334-595-0850. #PrattvilleStrong
2020 Parade Application can be found online at http://prattvilleal.gov/special-events/christmas-parade.html
DECEMBER 4
A Downtown Dickens Christmas in Wetumpka!
Friday Dec 4, 2020, Saturday Dec 5, 2020
Both days: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Central Time.
Historic Downtown Wetumpka.
Parking is available at the Wetumpka Civic Center and Gold Star Park.
116 E Bridge Street Wetumpka AL 36092
This event is free to the public.
Website A Downtown Dickens Christmas – http://business.wetumpkachamber.org/events/details/a-downtown-dickens-christmas-43665
DECEMBER 5
The City of Millbrook will welcome the Spirit of Christmas Festival and Parade on Saturday, Dec. 5. The Festival features vendors, arts and crafts, entertainment and more. It begins at 9 a.m. and will continue after the parade.
The Parade will roll at 2 p.m. from the Smokehouse Barbecue down to the old City Hall and Village Green. Entry into the parade is free, and applications can be found on the City of Millbrook website. Paid vendor booths are available. Applications for the parade or as a vendor can be found at cityofmillbrook.org
DECEMBER 5
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2020 AT 5 PM CST – 11 PM CST
Annual Charity Bus Ride
One More at the River
Public · Hosted by One More at the River
Join us this year for Rockin’ Robyn’s annual charity bus ride!!! Pick up and drop off will be at One More on the River. We will be going to Big Star Tavern, Carl’s Country, and the Thirsty Turtle. Seats are $25 each, you can bring a cooler, and ALL proceeds go to help needy children in the area for Christmas. Must be at least 21 to participate.
What better way to visit some new places and meet new people all with a designated driver and all of your friends! Be sure to get your seat paid for as they are going fast. See your bartender for details or contact Robyn or Denise at One More.
DECEMBER 11
Prattville Christmas Variety Show
Doster Community Center 7 p.m.
What do Carol Burnett, Donny and Marie and Prattville have in common? They all have talent and variety shows! The City of Prattville is excited to add a new event to our Christmas line-up—a Christmas variety show! The show will feature local and regional talent and will have a Christmas theme.
This show will be fun for the entire family with songs, dance, skits and more, showcasing local performers. The event will be held at the Doster Community Center in Prattville on Friday, December 11, at 7:00 p.m. Mark your calendar because you do not want to miss this fun-filled event. The show will be free, but reservations are required in order to allow for social distancing.
Do you sing or dance? Are you a musician or a magician? You might be just the person we are looking for. We still have a few spots open and would love to see what you can do. Send us a video, a YouTube link, or call to set up an audition. We want to hear from you. For more information about this event or to make a reservation, please contact the Cultural Arts and Special Events Office at 334-595-0850 or visit www.prattvilleal.gov.
DECEMBER 12
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2020 AT 10 AM CST – 7:30 PM CST
Eclectic’s Holiday Whobilation
Public · Hosted by TOWN OF ECLECTIC
Eclectic’s Holiday Whobilation will be a great time for everyone whether you are a Grinch or a Cindy Lou Who! Come on out and check out the vendors from 10 am – 6 pm. We will have all kinds of vendors with an assortment of wares from jewelry and crafts to baked goods and clothing!
And stick around for the parade at 6 pm. Let’s see who has the Grinch-iest float and who is a real Martha May Whovier and goes all out with their lighting! Be sure to drive around town and check out the decorations as there will be a home and business decorating contest as well! We hope to see you in Eclectic on December 12th for our Holiday Whobilation!
SATURDAY, DEC. 12 – 7 A.M. UNTIL….
HOLTVILLE SLAPOUT FIRE & RESCUE HOLIDAY CRAFT MARKET
Holtville/Slapout Fire and Rescue Auxiliary
If you need the perfect opportunity to purchase those last-minute Christmas gifts! Vendor booth rentals are available for $25. Vendors can set up at 6 a.m. Booth size is 10 X 10, bring your table and tent. Electricity for booths is limited and will be provided upon request. For pricing, contact Pat Wiltshire at 334-318-1798 or Angela Hitchcock at 334-318-9701.
DECEMBER 19
The Vida Community Christmas Parade will roll this year beginning at 2 p.m. from the Vida Community Center in Autauga County. Often called the “Biggest Small-Town Parade Anywhere” it draws people from all over to enjoy a traditional, down home event with surprises every year.
