From The Trussville Tribune staff reports
TRUSSVILLE — Get out your jingle bells and Christmas cheer. It’s time to see the most spirited holiday parades and events this Christmas season. In addition to Christmas parades, a couple of cities are hosting Christmas tree lighting ceremonies which have become community favorites.
Here is a list of Christmas events and parades happening in your area:
Nov. 25: Clay Christmas Tree Lighting
The City of Clay will be hosting a Clay Christmas Tree Lighting this Sunday, Nov. 25, beginning at 5 p.m. at Cosby Lake. Music will be provided by the Clay-Chalkville Middle School Band. For more information, please visit www.clayalabama.org or call City Hall at 205-680-1223.
Dec. 1: Pinson Christmas Parade
The City of Pinson Christmas Parade is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 1, beginning at 10 a.m. The parade will begin at Pinson Valley High School and end at Pinson Triangle Park. For more information or to be a part of the parade, call the Pinson City Hall at 205-680-5556.
Dec. 4: Odenville Christmas Parade
The City of Odenville presents “A Star Spangled Christmas” on Tuesday, Dec. 4, at 7 p.m. The parade route will begin at Purser Ray Hall, move onto Alabama Street, to Highway 411 and return to Purser Ray Hall from Burgess Drive. Parade participation forms are available at City Hall, Odenville Police Department or the library. Deadline for entries is Nov. 26.
Dec. 7: Trussville Community Caroling and Tree Lighting Ceremony
The Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce invites you to join for this year’s Community Caroling and Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Christmas tree on West Mall in historic Downtown Trussville. The event will be on Friday, Dec. 7, starting at 6 p.m. and ending around 7 p.m. The tree lighting will be at 6:30 p.m. This is a free event for the citizens of Trussville to enjoy. We will have Christmas carols, booths and other Christmas activities. Santa will also be on-hand to help with the festivities and greet the kids. For more information, contact the Chamber at 655-7535 or email diane.poole@trussvillechamber.com.
Dec. 8:
Argo Christmas Parade
The City of Argo Christmas Parade will be held on Saturday, Dec. 8, at 10 a.m. Lineup begins at 9:15 a.m. at the drive-in or ABC Towing. Registration applications can be found at City Hall, and stores and businesses in town. There is no charge for participation, but donations for Argo Toys for Kids will be accepted.
Center Point Christmas Parade
The Center Point Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the annual Center Point Christmas parade on Saturday, Dec. 8, at 11 a.m. The parade will begin at the Cathedral of the Cross and end in the Post Office parking lot (past 23rd Avenue). Free entry. If interested in participating in the parade, please contact Tim Gann at the Center Point Area Chambers Office at timgann294@gmail.com. The lineup will be before 11 a.m.
Clay Christmas Parade
The City of Clay will be hosting their annual Christmas parade on Dec. 8, beginning at 3 p.m. For more information, please visit www.clayalabama.org or call City Hall at 205-680-1223.
Moody Christmas Parade
The City of Moody and the Moody Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the 2018 Moody Christmas parade on Saturday, Dec. 8, beginning at 5 p.m. This year’s theme is “Elf on a Shelf’. The parade line-up will be on first come, first serve basis and will begin at 4 p.m. To participate in this year’s parade or submit a parade entry application, visit the City of Moody website.
Springville Christmas Parade
The City of Springville will be hosting the annual Springville Christmas parade on Dec. 8, beginning at 6 p.m. This year’s theme will be “Christmas in Whoville.” Line up begins at 5 p.m. and will be on a first come, first serve basis. The parade route will begin on Highway 11 l, south of the 4-way stop going north, and end at Springville Middle School. For more information, please visit the City of Springville website..
Trussville Christmas Parade
The Trussville Area Chamber of Commerce invites you to participate in the annual Trussville Christmas Parade on Saturday, Dec. 8, beginning at 3 p.m. in the historic downtown area. This is a free event for the citizens of Trussville to enjoy. The parade will begin on Parkway Drive. It will turn right onto Gadsden Highway and right again onto Chalkville Mountain Road. The parade will end at the Mall. For more information, contact the Chamber at 655-7535 or email diane.poole@trussvillechamber.com.
Immerse yourself in the magic of the season while shopping in downtown Trussville for holiday gifts and treats at the Christmas in Downtown Open House following the parade. Tula J Boutique will be participating as a host for the event, so be sure to stop by. Enjoy performances by the Christmas Carolers, LLC, performing from 5-7 p.m. The store will be open until 8 p.m. There will be cider and cookies for your enjoyment. While you’re there, have your kids drop off a letter to Santa in the North Pole mailbox. Tula J’s is decorated so beautifully and is a great location to capture a few quick Christmas pictures. Don’t forget to sign up for a chance to win a $50 Tula J gift card. There will be three drawings.
Dec. 14: Leeds Christmas Parade
The Leeds Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting its annual Leeds Christmas parade on Friday, Dec. 14, at 7 p.m. There is no cost to participate in the Christmas Parade, but an application is required to organize the lineup. Commercial floats are available for purchase through the Chamber office. Participants in the parade should be in the lineup by 6:30 p.m. The parade begins at 7:00 p.m. A reception will be held at the Chamber office for dignitaries at 6 p.m. before the parade. For more information about this event, please contact Sandra McGuire, Executive Director, at 205.699.5001 or Sandra@LeedsAreaChamber.com.