North Pole Express
“All Aboard!”, calls the conductor, and your family's magical journey to the beautiful North Pole begins!
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North Pole Express
Through the dark night, the North Pole Express makes its way by starlight to the top of the world. On the way, you'll listen to a whimsical Christmas story, sing your favorite holiday carols, and watch out the windows for the bright lights of the North Pole to appear. Departure times are 5:00, 6:30, and 8:00 pm.
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The City of Vincent’s Christmas Parade & Celebrations
The City of Vincent’s Christmas Parade & Celebrations
Join the City of Vincent on November 30th for their Christmas Parade & Celebrations! Pre-Parade activities will begin at 4pm with food trucks & craft vendors & the Parade will begin at 6pm with Post-Parade activities to follow! Enjoy fun holiday giveaways and contests, plus visit with Santa! Be sure to stop by City Hall before the parade starts to get a ticket for the giveaways, for both children and adult! It is going to be lots of fun for the whole family.
Montevallo Christmas Parade
Montevallo Christmas Parade
Join Montevallo for their annual Christmas Parade! Celebrate the joy of the holidays with your family as you watch beautifully decorated floats pass by. Wave "Hi" to Santa and get ready to welcome in some Christmas cheer.
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Christmas in Columbiana Parade & Festival
Christmas in Columbiana Parade & Festival
Start off the Christmas season with lots of cheer at Columbiana's Christmas Parade. Enjoy this and many other holiday events in our area. This family friendly parade is a great way to enjoy Christmas activities near Birmingham. There will be magical snow in Old Mill Square Park and even a visit from Santa and Mrs. Clause! Get ready for lots of free Christmas fun!
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Alabaster Christmas Parade
Alabaster Christmas Parade
Join Alabaster for their 2023 Christmas Parade. The theme for Alabaster's parade this year is Christmas at the Movies! During the parade, the city will be accepting new toys to donate to children who may not receive gifts this year. Shelby Emergency Assistance and Alabaster will be distributing donated toys throughout the city and neighboring areas. You can drop toys off here: Saturday, Dec. 2: Restore parking lot, 128 Market Center Drive, during and immediately following the Parade. Monday, Dec. 4: Lobby of Alabaster City Hall, 1953 Municipal Way, between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM. Monday, Dec. 4: Lobby of Alabaster Parks and Recreation Office, 200 Depot Street, between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
Helena Christmas Parade
Helena Christmas Parade
Join Helena for their annual Christmas Parade! The theme of the 2023 Helena Christmas Parade is " A Christmas Vacation". Enjoy seeing all of the beautifully decorated floats and sharing some Christmas cheer with family and friends.
City of Calera Christmas Parade
City of Calera Christmas Parade
Join the City of Calera for their annual Christmas Parade! Calera's Christmas Parade theme is Santa's Workshop. Celebrate a season of holiday fun with your family at Calera's 2023 Christmas Parade. You may even get to see Santa, so don't miss out!
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Colonial Christmas Lunch and Tour
Colonial Christmas Lunch and Tour
Visitors will have the opportunity to eat, drink, and be merry at the American Village, experience vignettes of 18th century life with costumed historical interpreters, and see beautiful Christmas decorations adorning the 188-acre campus and its more than 20 historically-inspired buildings. This annual Christmas event is usually a sellout, so reserve your seats early! The cost is $40 per person, and includes lunch, a guided tour through the vignettes, and extra time to explore the Village on our own.
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Westover Christmas Parade
Westover Christmas Parade
Enjoy an array of holiday-themed floats and prepare for lots of fun at Westover's annual Christmas Parade. There is no better way to ring in the holidays than with a parade outing with friends and family. Starting at Old Highway 280 and ending at Westover Park, this parade is sure to be full of holiday cheer!
Pelham Christmas Parade
Pelham Christmas Parade
Join us in the city of Pelham for their annual Christmas parade! Celebrate the magic of the season on December 9th as you watch beautiful floats parade the streets of Pelham. You don't want to miss the 2023 Pelham Christmas Parade!
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Chelsea Christmas Parade
Chelsea Christmas Parade
Visit the city of Chelsea with your family this year for their annual Christmas parade! Enjoy beautifully decorated floats and celebrate the spirit of Christmas with your loved ones. The 2023 Chelsea Christmas Parade will end with the Splash'n with Santa event at the Chelsea Community Center, so don't miss photos with Santa!
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Splash’n with Santa
Splash’n with Santa
Get ready to make a splash with Santa this year at Chelsea's Melrose Park. Following the Chelsea Christmas Parade, Santa will be making his way to the Splash Pad at Melrose Park for a plethora of Christmas activities! There will be snow, characters, bounce houses, and fun for all ages. You and your family can experience the magic of the holidays in Chelsea!
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Snow in Old Mill Square Park
Snow in Old Mill Square Park
Experience the magic of a white Christmas in the heart of Columbiana at Old Mill Square Park. While snow in Alabama is never a guarantee, you are sure to experience a snowy evening of fun in Old Mill Square. Snow is scheduled to appear on December 8th, 15th, and 22nd.
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Run Undead Ultra Trail Party
Run Undead Ultra Trail Party
THE social event for trail runners in the southeast is back for year 2! Join us on New Years Eve for the Run Undead Ultra Trail Party at the beautiful Oak Mountain State Park! Distances from 25K all the way to 100 miles. Run the flat, fast and fun 5 mile loop and earn one of the coolest finisher medals and 100 mile buckles in ultrarunning! Come bring in the New Year and party with the Zombies!