Small Town Christmas

Small Town Christmas Cider Fest and Parade
Saturday, December 6, 2025 • Festivities begin at 2:00 PM

Kick off the holiday season in true small-town style with an afternoon full of Christmas magic, family activities, and the 2nd Annual Cider Fest Competition!  Bring the whole family and enjoy a joyful day of community fun, festive flavors, and holiday cheer.

2nd Annual Cider Fest Competition
Think your cider has what it takes? Enter your best batch!

  • Free to enter your cider
  • Download and return the entry forms to the Chamber
  • A prize will be awarded to the winning cider

    For Cider Spectators & Tasters

  • Admission: $10.00 per cup
  • Your cup gives you access to taste all competing ciders.
  • You will vote to help determine the winner!
  • Cash only for cider tasting.
  • After the cider tasting, participants will receive a souvenir mug!

While adults sample the ciders, kids can enjoy a holiday scavenger hunt at participating locations.

Christmas Parade – Free to Enter
The celebration begins at 2:00 PM with our annual Christmas Parade.

  • Participation is free, and everyone is invited to join the fun.
  • Download the parade entry form to sign up.
  • The parade will roll down Clay Street and bring in Santa Claus at the grade finale!

Photos with Santa
After Santa makes his entrance, stop by for free photos with Santa - a perfect keepsake for families and children.

Cookie Decorating
Kids can enjoy hands-on holiday fun with cookie decorating stations stocked with holiday cheer!

Gingerbread House Competition
A fun and creative contest for young artist!

  • Ages: 13 and under
  • Entry Fee: Free
  • Drop-Off: Completed gingerbread houses may be delivered to the Justin Building between 1:00 PM and 1:45 PM.
  • Rules: Participant names cannot be visible and all items must be edible.

Trackless Train •  Snow Show •  Bounce Slide
Enjoy classic small-town holiday magic with:

  • A festive trackless train ride
  • A whimsical snow show
  • A bounce slide for kids to enjoy throughout the afternoon

Tree Lighting in the Park
We'll end the evening with a warm and festive Christmas Tree Lighting in the park, bringing our community together to welcome the holiday season.

Note:  The forms should be downloaded using a computer.  If you do not have a computer, you may pick up a form at the Chamber of Commerce office.