Yowzers! There are a ton of free/cheap/family events coming up to get ready for Christmas in the River Region. If you know of any more, please leave a comment here or on the Facebook page.
Merry Christmas!
Updated 11/23/13
Ongoing
12/3-12/8/13 An Eclectic Christmas- “The 2013 outdoor walking tours begin December 3-8 2013. Shows are reserved in 15 minute increments. When Registering please have a primary and secondary choice for date and time ready. We remind you that this is an outdoor night time walking tour. Admission is free, and donations are accepted and appreciated to help with expenses.”
Free photo with Santa, Free crafts, Free games and activities. See the schedule for times.
Saturday 11/24/13
4-6 pm Holiday Mail for Heroes at Eastdale Mall
Holiday Mail for Heroes is a nationwide program, and last year more than 1.8 million cards were distributed to the troops and their families as a part of our annual Holiday Campaign. People in Montgomery can help spread holiday cheer and express thanks for their service. Send a card to a hero!
Thursday 11/28/13
Happy Thanksgiving!
Saturday 11/30/13
Register online.
Monday 12/2/13
5-7 pm Governor's Mansion Christmas Open House Tours
1142 S. Perry St. Montgomery 834-3022
Wednesday 12/4/13
Thursday 12/5/13
Live Holiday Music, Pioneer crafts for children, cookies and cider on the fire, storytelling, costumed guests and more!
5 pm City of Prattville Tree Lighting and Winter Wonderland-City Hall
Christmas music by the Prattville Pops and local dance ensembles will perform, including a visit from the Sugar Plum Fairy. After the tree lighting visit Santa at Winter Wonderland in Heritage Park by the fountain downtown and enjoy Christmas carol by the community chorus. FREE
6:30 pm Arrival of Saint Nicholas-Flowers Hall, 6:45 Caroling and lighting of the trees, 7:00 A Service of Lessons and Carols-Ligon Chapel FREE
Friday 12/6/13
Parade begins at 7pm at the Autauga County courthouse. Floats, dancers, music and lots of candy! FREE RESCHEDULED
Saturday 12/7/13
Bake yummy holiday cookies with the big guy himself for just $5. Must RSVP by Dec. 5 by calling 334-279-6046.
8:30 am Breakfast with Santa at Eastdale Mall
Purchase tickets in advance at Eastdale Mall Customer Service. $5 donation per ticket benefits Child Protect. Ticket includes breakfast with Santa from Cinnabon, cookie decorating with Great American Cookie Co. and holiday crafts with Teen Team and Child Protect Junior Executive Board.
Create holiday artwork to keep or give as a gift. Classes are free but space is limited and registration is required. Contact the Cultural Arts & Special Events Office at 334-595-0854
10 am-2 pm Free Santa Photos at participating Walmart locations
Register online.
Create holiday artwork to keep or give as a gift. Classes are free but space is limited and registration is required. Contact the Cultural Arts & Special Events Office at 334-595-0854
Performances by local choral groups and festive studio activities. FREE, but guests are encouraged to bring a canned food donation for Montgomery Area Food Bank or a new, unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots.
Parade begins at 2 pm at the sports complex and ends at the intersection at city hall. Arts, crafts, and food vendors will be set up at Village Green Park. Admission is FREE.
Sunday 12/8/13
10 am-2 pm Free Santa Photos at participating Walmart locations
Monday 12/9/13
5-7 pm Governor's Mansion Christmas Open House Tours
1142 S. Perry St. Montgomery 834-3022
Friday 12/13/13
7 pm- City of Prattville, The Prattville Pops & Community Chorus Present the Annual Christmas Concert at Glynwood Baptist Church in Prattville. Enjoy sounds of Christmas and the holidays FREE
Saturday 12/14/13
Character Breakfast, Parade, Arts and Crafts, Food vendors, Santa Ski-In, Fireworks
5 pm Prattville Christmas Parade
Sunday 12/15/13
Monday 12/16/13
5-7 pm Governor's Mansion Christmas Open House Tours
1142 S. Perry St. Montgomery 834-3022
Thursday 12/19/13
Capital City Christmas Parade
Saturday 12/21/13
8 am-10 am Breakfast with Santa at Panera Bread
Enjoy breakfast and a visit with Santa for just $10. Make reservations by calling 334-279-6046.
Wednesday 12/25/13
Merry Christmas!