Christmas Around Town set for November 28–30 in downtown Three Rivers
The weekend concludes Sunday, November 30, with two free showings of The Polar Express at the Riviera Theatre at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. Admission is free with a donation of a non-perishable food item. Caroling, hot cocoa, and horse-drawn carriage rides will also be available in the afternoon.
Christmas Around Town, Three Rivers’ official kickoff to the holiday season, will take place November 28–30 in downtown Three Rivers.
Festivities begin Friday, November 28 with Black Friday specials at participating downtown businesses and a storybook window stroll starting at the Three Rivers Public Library. The annual Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held at 6 p.m. in the Mural Mall Walkthrough, featuring hot cocoa and GG’s cookies sponsored by the Three Rivers Improvement Movement. A free Holiday Spectacular Concert at the Riviera Theatre will follow at 7 p.m., where one attendee will win a family fun gift basket valued at more than $100.
On Saturday, November 29, Santa will arrive by a Three Rivers Fire Department fire truck at noon at the Riviera Theatre to greet children and take photos. A quiet sensory hour will be offered from 3–4 p.m. for families seeking a calmer visit with Santa. Throughout the day, visitors can shop Small Business Saturday deals, pick up a take-and-make cookie decorating kit from GG’s, enjoy a holiday craft at the library from noon to 3:30 p.m., take horse-drawn carriage rides, participate in a scavenger hunt for a chance to win a Lowry’s Books & More gift certificate, and enjoy face painting. The community’s first Holiday Light Parade will begin at 6 p.m., with viewing available between Hoppin Elementary and Riverside Church.
The weekend concludes Sunday, November 30, with two free showings of The Polar Express at the Riviera Theatre at 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. Admission is free with a donation of a non-perishable food item. Caroling, hot cocoa, and horse-drawn carriage rides will also be available in the afternoon.
Christmas Around Town traces its origins to coordinated holiday open houses among local businesses including Neff’s, Central Florist, Vogt’s, and Falkenstein’s. Ridgeway Floral, one of the original participating businesses, has taken part for 48 years. The event expanded as more businesses joined, evolving into the community celebration known today.
Families and friends are invited to attend and help welcome the holiday season in downtown Three Rivers.
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