Holiday season arrives in Pell City
Published 11:40 pm Saturday, November 23, 2024
A festive bunch make their way along downtown during the 2022 parade. Courtesy photo Pell City Chamber of Commerce.
Children make gingerbread houses at the Pell City Library in 2023. Photo courtesy Pell City Library
From fun runs to photos with Santa, the city of Pell City is full of special events this Christmas season.
Events listed are either sponsored by or presented in partnership with the city of Pell City.
Lights in the Park
Presented by: Pell City Parks & Recreation
When: Nov. 29-Dec. 31 after sunset
Where: Lakeside Park
Look for: More than 80 festive displays and a chance to vote for your favorites
More: https://pell-city.com/parks-and-recreation-department/lights-in-the-park/
This Christmas Season, grab some hot chocolate and take your family on a drive through Lakeside Park in Pell City to see more than 80 holiday displays and thousands of Christmas lights. The free event is getting a new feature this year as community displays will be judged on their creativity and quality and special recognition will go to the winners. Scan the QR codes to vote for your favorites.
Whobilation
Presented by: Pell City Library Guild
When: Dec. 3 at 5 p.m.
Where: Pell City Public Library
Look for: Holiday displays, special guests, photo ops, snacks, crafts and more
More: https://www.facebook.com/pellcitylibrary1000
The Pell City Library Guild’s Whobilation Celebration is even better this year with the addition of a Giant Snow Globe. At Whobilation, children can visit stations for hot chocolate, Christmas crafts and Christmas cookies. They will also have photo opportunities with the Grinch, Elsa from “Frozen” and Santa.
Tree Lighting Festival & Holiday Open House
Presented by: The Heart of Pell City
When: Dec. 6 at 6 p.m.
Where: Cogswell Ave., Downtown Pell City
Look for: Festive décor, food, music and kids activities
More: https://www.facebook.com/HeartOfPellCity
You’re invited to A Candyland Christmas Friday, Dec. 6, at 6 p.m. in front of the St. Clair County Courthouse in Pell City for the 7th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Festival. This year’s event features live dance performances, musical entertainment, Santa, candy bags for kids and hot chocolate and apple cider. Pell City’s Downtown Holiday Open House starts earlier in the day at 11 a.m. and includes special offerings, treats and more at participating businesses.
Gingerbread Houses!
Presented by: Pell City Library Guild
When: Dec. 6-7 (Multiple times, registration required)
Where: Pell City Public Library
Look for: Free family holiday fun decorating with sweet treats
Register: Call 205-884-1015
Each year the Pell City Library Guild invites children of all ages to construct their dream homes. And then eat them. Join the Guild and Staff of the Pell City Public Library for a Christmas construction project like no other. Register your child for one of the three free sessions by calling the library today.
Pell City Christmas Parade
Presented by: Pell City Chamber of Commerce
When: Dec. 13 at 7 p.m.
Where: Cogswell Ave, Downtown Pell City
Look for: Hundreds of holiday floats and thousands of spectators
The Christmas parade that makes its way through downtown Pell City each year is a sight to behold. Floats, bands, convertibles and Jolly Old Saint Nick himself are part of the festivities as Pell City rings in the season in early December. Thousands of visitors line the streets each year to get a glimpse of the lights, the pageantry and the spirit of Christmas that abounds in what has become one of the region’s largest parades. This year’s theme is “12 Days of Christmas.”
Rotary Jingle Bell 5K & Fun Run
Presented by: Pell City Rotary Club
When: Dec. 14 at 8:30 a.m.
Where: Lakeside Park
Look for: Festive family fitness, Christmas costumes, snacks and special guests
Register: https://pellcityrotary.org/jingle-bells-5k-run/
The Rotary Jingle Bell 5K & Fun Run became an instant holiday classic in Pell City last year as hundreds came together to support the Club’s efforts to support the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Boys Ranch. From the starting point to the finish line, the event evolved as a true success story, raising more than $65,000 to help build a new home at the Boys Ranch and bringing a community together for a common cause.
A Vintage Country Christmas
Presented by: CEPA
When: Dec. 19 at 7 p.m.
Where: The Center for Education and Performing Arts
Look for: Classic country Christmas songs from Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, and more
Tickets: https://www.pellcitycepa.com/vintage-christmas
CEPA presents a Vintage Country Christmas featuring Rose Colored Glasses, a band with that classic country sound that takes you back to Saturday nights listening to the Opry and the jukebox classics that defined a generation. Join your friends to hear Christmas classics from Patsy Cline, Hank Williams, Tammy Wynette, Buck Owens, Merle Haggard, Loretta Lynn, Bob Wills and more.
