Holiday Events

Christmas Parades in Carroll County
The Carroll County Chamber of Commerce released the following schedule of Christmas parades.
Clarksburg, Thursday, December 5, 7 p.m.
Huntingdon, Saturday, December 14, 6 p.m.
McKenzie, Saturday, December 7, 4 p.m.
Trezevant, Monday, December 9, 7 p.m.

Huntingdon Main Street Christmas
Saturday, December 14 from noon-7 p.m. Join The Dixie and the Town of Huntingdon for a community-favorite: lighting of the tree at City Hall, great food and pop-up vendors, Court Theatre movie showings, holiday choirs, and more!

West Carroll Holiday Mart
The ninth annual Holiday Mart, located at West Carroll High School Auxiliary Gym from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, December 14. Sponsored by Class of 2025 Project Graduation. If interested in a vendor booth call or text 731-571-7392.

Carroll Arts Presents A Mistletoe Christmas
Carroll Arts presents A Mistletoe Christmas, a variety show featuring local talent, Thursday, December 5 at 7 p.m. at the McKenzie Park Theatre. Admission is $7 at the door. Tickets available ahead of time from Leigh Goodwin 901-481-5859 and Carol Armpriest 731-393-3048 and at the door. Admission is $7. Come support the arts.

Bethel University Christmas with Renaissance
Bethel University announces the return of its beloved holiday tradition, “Christmas with Renaissance,” a captivating musical celebration that has become a staple event across West Tennessee. Show times are Friday, December 6, 7 p.m., Saturday, December 7, 2 and 7 p.m. and Sunday, December 8, 2 p.m. The performances are in the Dickey Fine Arts Building on the Bethel University campus. Tickets are available for purchase now, with Preferred Tickets priced at $20 and General Admission Tickets at $15. There is also a limited number of VIP tickets at $50. This ticket price gives you the best seat in the house and includes special Renaissance gifts. A discount is available for groups of 10 or more. To purchase tickets, visit www.bethelrenaissance.com or call the Renaissance office at (731) 352-6980.

Live Nativity at First Cumberland Presbyterian
First Cumberland Presbyterian Church, 16835 Highland Drive, McKenzie, presents a live nativity on Saturday and Sunday, December 14-15 from 5:30-7 p.m.

Christmas at The Dixie
Saturday, December 7 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at The Dixie Carter PAC, 191 Court Square, Huntingdon. Tickets are on sale through the Box Office, in person or by phone at 731-986-2100, Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The 2024 Cast for Christmas at The Dixie: Ava Bates, Annh Browder, Chelsea Brown, Lee Carter, Bryton Cole, Charlotte Cole, Madilyn Dudley, Hannah Eaton, Nathan Eaton, Jessica Tucker, Lolo.

Mandy Barnett 'Winter Wonderland'
Saturday, December 21 from 7:30-9 p.m. at The Dixie Carter PAC, 191 Court Square, Huntingdon. Tickets are on sale through the Box Office, in person or by phone at 731-986-2100, Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tickets are: $34, $39, $44, $49 plus taxes and fees. Grand Ole Opry member Mandy Barnett celebrates the warmth and joy of the holiday season, featuring classic ballads like “White Christmas,” “I’ll Be Home For Christmas,” and “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas,” along with spirited standards like “Jingle Bell Rock,” “A Holly Jolly Christmas,” “Marshmallow World,” and “Winter Wonderland.”

Snow Couple Paint Party
Join us for a magical winter evening at our Snow Couple Paint Party with The Huntingdon Elks Lodge, Friday, December 6 7-9:30 p.m. at the lodge. $35 per person (Non-Members please contact Brian Sinclair Bennett at The Elks) Choose your style - Gold or Pink! Create your own 12x16 canvas masterpiece with our easy step-by-step instructions. No artistic experience needed and your first drink is included in your ticket price. Your host Joy Bryan with The Splat Paint Parties will guide you through creating these adorable snowman paintings perfect for winter decor or holiday gifts! To reserve your spot: Call/Text: 731-445-1221; Email: TheSplatGirl@gmail.com; Facebook.com/thesplatgirl. Space is limited - sign up today! You can register in person at the Huntingdon Elks Lodge (150 Elks Lodge, Huntingdon).

Holiday Stroll on the Hill
Event by Southern Chiropractic & Acupuncture, City Drug Company and Robertson Dental Clinic at RB Wilson Dr, Huntingdon Thursday, December 12 at 3 p.m.. Stroll through our businesses “on the Hill” on RB Wilson Drive for an afternoon of free holiday themed fun and sweet treats! City Drug Company - The Grinch: Meet the Grinch and Popcorn. Southern Chiropractic - Christmas Vacation: Clark’s Jelly of the Month Club Cookies & Eggnog. Harmony Hill - Elf: Meet Buddy the Elf and Hot Cocoa Mix. Robertson Dental - Santa Claus: Pictures with Santa and Candy Canes.

Polar Express at the Lodge at Paris Landing
This Holiday Season, join us and step into the magic of the North Pole! Experience an enchanting Polar Express themed adventure! Includes: “The Polar Express” showing then milk & cookies, with a special visitor for story time. Breakfast featuring Reindeer pancakes. One standard Lodge Room. Total ticket: $175 (for one parent and child, extra adult or child will have an additional charge). Saturday, December 21 6-9 p.m.; Sunday, December 22 7-10 a.m. For tickets, call 731-924-4302.

Christmas Market Pop Up
Saturday, December 7 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at 27 Broadway Street, McKenzie. Join me at the Mustard Seed Social and Events in downtown McKenzie. There will be food, gifts, crafts and tons of vendors.

Paris Events
November 29 — Head to downtown l Paris for the North Pole Family Fun Day from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Enjoy Santa, Rudolph and the Elves rolling in on a fire truck, craft booths and more. For more information, call 731-642-3431.
November 29-December 15 — Festival of Trees will be on the square in Downtown Paris! Located at The Old 5 & 10 Event Center, 110 W. Washington Street. Hours: Monday-Friday 12 noon -3 p.m.; Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Sunday 1-4 p.m. Call 731-642-3431 for more information.
December 4 — Take part in the Candlelight Advent Walk to downtown Paris churches starting at 6 p.m. For information, call 731-642-5074 or 731-642-4764.
December 6-8 — Remember the reason for the season with the New Harmony Baptist Church’s Live Nativity from 6-8 p.m. nightly. This beautiful drive-through event is a community treasure. For more information, call 731-593-5276.
December 7 — Inman Middle School PAC is hosting the 9th Annual Mistletoe Market in the Inman gym with over 25 booths with local small businesses and crafters from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. This would be a great place to do some early Christmas shopping and find those one-of-a-kind gifts. For information, call 731-642-8131.
December 7 — Support the youth of Henry County as the KPAC Young Artists HarmoniX acapella group and the Vocal Express, present their Christmas Concert at the KPAC at 7 p.m. To learn information, call 731-644-2517.
December 8 — At KPAC, the Paris-Henry County Community Concert Band will play at 3 p.m. featuring Christmas music and a guest artist, Dr. Christa Frye. Tickets are $5 in advance and can be purchased from a band member or at Jack’s Java & Wood Street Warehouse. At the door cost is $8. For more information, contact 731-644-2517.
December 9 — For fun galore, check out the Holly Jolly Electric Parade at 5 p.m. Awards include Clark Griswold, Golf Cart, Cutest Critter and Best Decorated. For details and entry information, call 731-642-3431 or email downtownparistn@gmail.com.
December 14 — Get in the holiday spirit by listening to the elite group of singers from HCHS in Christmas with the Madrigals. Starts at 7 p.m. at the KPAC. Call 731-644-2517 for information.
December 18 — KPAC’s talented singing group, the HarmoniX, followed by the HCHS Madrigals, will perform at Paris First United Methodist Church at 6 p.m. For information, call 731-642-4764.
December 20-21 — The KPAC Players will be presenting “It’s A Wonderful Life – A Live Radio Play” on Friday at 7 p.m. and on Saturday at 3 p.m. For tickets and more information, call 731-644-2517.

Trim A Tree Thanksgiving At The Refuge
Have the family in for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend and looking for something to do, especially something that is free? Do you really need a place that is designed for kids of all ages? Then come on down to the Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center on Friday, November 29 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. for a fun day with the whole family! The refuge is teaming up with the Friends of Tennessee NWR to host their annual “Trim a Tree for Wildlife” event. This day will focus on making Christmas ornaments out of things from nature as well as suggestions on how to trim your outdoor tree for wildlife. Located at 1371 Wildlife Drive in Springville, the fully interactive wildlife exhibits combined with experiencing a beautiful day of Kentucky Lake can make for a pleasant day in itself. But during this special Saturday event, the entire center will be filled with kid-friendly craft tables. Hot chocolate and cookies will be offered by a warm fireplace. Folks will be on hand outside to point out the newly arriving waterfowl in the bay. There will be several more crafts to complete on the back patio as well as a wood fire going. Participants will be invited to roast a marshmallow to make a yummy s’more.