Holiday Event Schedule: A Very Merry Mobile

Nov 18th, 2015

It's the most wonderful time of the year. Citizens and tourists alike will experience "A Very Merry Mobile" this holiday season complete with snow, elves, ice skating and a tree and menorah lighting.

What: Riverside Ice

Riverside Ice is the City of Mobile's very first outdoor ice skating rink. This is an amazing opportunity to delight in an outdoor pleasure we typically don't see in lower Alabama. This rink will kick off the holiday season with a lineup of jubilant and festive activities for all ages. Admission for skating is $10 for adults and $8 for children 12 and under. For more information about the rink, go to riversideice.com.

When: November 14- January 12

Where: Cooper Riverside Park


What: Lighting of the Tree

Mayor Stimpson and Santa Claus are co-hosting the annual lighting of the trees in Bienville Square. Families are invited to pose with Santa, check our Uncle Joe's Rolling Zoo and enjoy many other activities for the young and the young at heart. The switch for the Lighting of the Tree and the Ceiling of Lights down Dauphin Street will be thrown promptly at 6:10, so be sure to be there in plenty of time for the all of the events of the evening.

When: November 20, 5-7 pm

Where: Bienville Square


What: Menorah Lighting

Come see the Second Annual Menorah Lighting in Bienville Square. Last year, the City of Mobile erected its very first Public Menorah and is lighting it again this year for the entire Hannukah season. This family-friendly event will feature free crafts, food, dreidels and music.

When: December 7, 6:30 pm

Where: Bienville Square


What: Elfapalooza

Free the elf from the shelf! This is Mobile's second chance to break the Guinness World Record for most elves in one place. To be a part of the official count, come wearing red, green, an elf hat and - whatever you do - don't forget your pointy ears! The official "Walk of Elves" will take place at 7:10 pm.

When: December 11, 5:00- 7:00 pm

Where: Bienville Square


What: Winter Wonderland

The City of Mobile is predicting a 100 percent chance of snow in Cathedral Square on December 19. Come play in blank amount of snow, take your picture with Santa Claus and shop for last minute Christmas gifts at the Christmas market. Mirrored after the Christmas market in Hamburg, Germany, the market will feature presents, locally grown produce and baked goods. After you've shopped til you've dropped, head on over to Bienville Square for Food Truck Community Day. Bring a can to support the Bay Area Food Bank and bring your appetite to support our local food trucks.

When: December 19, 10 am to 2 pm

Where: Bienville Square & Cathedral Square

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