If you are anything like me, you have probably been ready for the socially acceptable time to start doing all those Christmas activities you love so much. Well friends, I am here to share some good news…IT IS TIME! This week is just the beginning of the holiday season and all the fun activities you and your family can attend. Here’s a list of five things to do this holiday season right here in #JCMO.
Mayor’s Tree Lighting Ceremony
We officially kick off the holiday season in Jefferson City with the 14th Annual Mayor’s Tree Lighting Ceremony! This is a great way to let the celebrations begin with entertainment, refreshments, and Santa and Mrs. Clause.
Date: Thursday, December 5, 2019
Time: 5:30 PM
Location: Rotary Park on Bolivar St.
Cost: Free
For more information, check out their Facebook Event page.
Downtown Living Windows
This has been a Jefferson City tradition for over 20 years and it’s one of our favorites! Living Windows takes place downtown and storefronts and windows come alive with dancers, singers, and holiday themes. Carriage rides wind their way through the streets and Santa Claus makes his yearly visit to Hawthorn Bank. More than 50 groups participate and fill more than three blocks of entertainment. Enjoy refreshments, listen to carolers, and watch performances to get you in the holiday spirit.
Date: Friday, December 6, 2019
Time: 6 PM – 9 PM
Location: Downtown Jefferson City
Cost: Free
For more information, check out their Facebook page.
Jefferson City Jaycees Candyland Christmas Parade
Nothing says Christmas like the annual Christmas parade in downtown Jefferson City. This is the 80th year for the parade and we can’t wait to see the Candyland theme come to life. The whole family can enjoy floats decorated with holiday themes and hear local bands playing Christmas carols while collecting candy and waving on the parade! The parade runs through the heart of downtown on High Street and back down Capitol Avenue.
Date: Saturday, December 7, 2019
Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Downtown Jefferson City
Cost: Free
For more information, check out their Facebook page.
Visit SAnta
Come out for Santa Saturdays at Busch’s Florist and Greenhouse! Enjoy Central Dairy milk and freshly-baked Christmas cookies by Chez Monet Patisserie as you visit with Berni and play at the coloring station while waiting to meet Santa. Be sure to bring a toy for our Toys for Tots Jefferson City drive for a chance to win an exclusive visit from Santa B Pittman on Christmas Eve!
Date: November 30th, December 7th, 14th, and 21st
Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Busch’s Florist and Greenhouse
Cost: Free
For more information, check out their Facebook page.
Capital City Festival of Lights
Join in on the holiday fun at Binder Park for a drive-thru display of choreographed lights synced to holiday music, stretching over a mile long. Drive through an outdoor light park built over a mile of wooded roadway at Binder Park in Jefferson City. This fundraiser hosted by Homemaker Health Care is open to the public and all proceeds go to help local charities. The holiday-themed displays depict everything from Santa Clause and his elves to choreographed lights synched to music. The light tour starts at Binder Lake Rd off of Rainbow Dr.
Date: Saturday, December 7th - 31st (Closed Mondays)
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Binder Park
Cost: $20 per vehicle; $35 for bus/trolley
For more information, check out their Facebook page.
The best news is these aren’t the only events going on this holiday season in Jefferson City! There are so many more activities for you and your family to enjoy. Let us know in the comments below some of your favorites.
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