Towns all across the state host festive Christmas events. But just like the star atop the Christmas tree, one place really shines when it comes to yuletide fun, and that place is Oxford. Not only is the town decked out in lights and décor, but it hosts a Hallmark-worthy holiday celebration – complete with ice skating and carriage rides.
Oxford’s Christmas celebration, Holly Jolly Holidays, is back for its 2nd year!
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Held at the Old Armory Pavilion, the festive event includes ice skating, carriage rides, caricature drawings, live ice carvings, food trucks, visits with Santa, an ornament auction, and a holiday market.
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The first Holly Jolly Holidays was a 3-day affair. It drew such large crowds that this year’s event has been extended to 12 days, December 1-12.
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Similar to The 12 Days of Christmas, each day of Holly Jolly Holidays is filled with fun.
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Most festivities are available only on select days. For instance, you can enjoy carriage rides and caricature drawings on December 4th and 11th. On December 5th, you can watch a live ice carving.
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Because the ice skating rink was such a hit in 2020 (it attracted over 1,000 skaters in one weekend!), it’s open all 12 days.
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There’s no cost to attend Holly Jolly Holidays. But, you do have to pay for most of the activities. For example, ice skating is $12 per person and includes skate rentals.
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Some activities are free, though. Viewing the live ice carving and visiting/snapping a photo with Santa, for example, won’t cost you a dime. There’s also free shuttle service between the Square parking garage and Pavilion.
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Take a peek at the 2020 Holly Jolly Holidays in the video below.
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For more info on Holly Jolly Holidays, check out the Visit Oxford website or call (662) 232-2477. And don’t forget to like Holly Jolly Holidays on Facebook.
So, did you know about Oxford’s Christmas celebration? Did you attend the first Holly Jolly Holidays? If so, what’d you think? Know of another great winter event? Tell us!
This isn’t the only town brimming with holiday cheer. Click here to read about another.
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