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Welcome to Christmas in Calhoun County
Featuring holiday happenings from around the area
Festival of Lights Pageant
Be a part of the Christmas Magic Calhoun
County has to offer! Pageant date is on
November 16, 2024. Located at the PL
Main Street Theatre. Formal wear is
required for both girls and boys. The entry
fee is $20 per contestant. Register online
using Google form link located on our
Facebook Page.
County has to offer! Pageant date is on
November 16, 2024. Located at the PL
Main Street Theatre. Formal wear is
required for both girls and boys. The entry
fee is $20 per contestant. Register online
using Google form link located on our
Facebook Page.
Festival of Lights Christmas Parade
🎄✨ Join us for the Port Lavaca Annual Festival of Lights Christmas Parade 🎉
This year, we're celebrating the magic of the season with the theme "Favorite Christmas Movies!" Get ready to enjoy a dazzling parade filled with festive floats, cheerful performances, and the holiday spirit!
📍 Parade Route: Starting at Bayfront Peninsula Park and ending at Sandcrab Stadium.
🗓️ Date & Time: Friday, Dec. 6 at 6:30 p.m.
Don't miss the chance to light up your holiday season with us! Sign up to participate in the parade today at 👉 www.pltx.org/christmasparade.
Bring your family, friends, and holiday cheer! We can’t wait to see you there! 🎅🎁🌟
For questions, contact Erin at erin@portlavacaevents.com or 361-920-3746.
This year, we're celebrating the magic of the season with the theme "Favorite Christmas Movies!" Get ready to enjoy a dazzling parade filled with festive floats, cheerful performances, and the holiday spirit!
📍 Parade Route: Starting at Bayfront Peninsula Park and ending at Sandcrab Stadium.
🗓️ Date & Time: Friday, Dec. 6 at 6:30 p.m.
Don't miss the chance to light up your holiday season with us! Sign up to participate in the parade today at 👉 www.pltx.org/christmasparade.
Bring your family, friends, and holiday cheer! We can’t wait to see you there! 🎅🎁🌟
For questions, contact Erin at erin@portlavacaevents.com or 361-920-3746.
Holiday Decorating Contest 2024
🎄✨ Get Ready for the Holiday Spirit! ✨🎄
We're excited to announce our Holiday Decorating Contest! 🌟 Want to showcase your festive spirit? Submit your address to be included in our contest, where entries will be judged in person from December 8 through December 11. Winners will be notified on December 12, and prizes will be awarded at Christmas in the Park on Saturday, December 14!
🏆 Prizes Include:
• Residential Winners:
o 1st Place: $250
o 2nd Place: $100
o 3rd Place: $50
• Commercial Winners: Plaque and bragging rights
• Public Space Winners: Plaque and a donation to the non-profit of your choice
• Battle of the Offices: Plaque and bragging rights, judged during business hours on Wednesday, Dec. 11.
Don’t miss out on this festive opportunity! 🎉 Register online at: www.pltx.org/holidaycontest
Spread the cheer and let’s make this holiday season bright! 🌟🏠💖
We're excited to announce our Holiday Decorating Contest! 🌟 Want to showcase your festive spirit? Submit your address to be included in our contest, where entries will be judged in person from December 8 through December 11. Winners will be notified on December 12, and prizes will be awarded at Christmas in the Park on Saturday, December 14!
🏆 Prizes Include:
• Residential Winners:
o 1st Place: $250
o 2nd Place: $100
o 3rd Place: $50
• Commercial Winners: Plaque and bragging rights
• Public Space Winners: Plaque and a donation to the non-profit of your choice
• Battle of the Offices: Plaque and bragging rights, judged during business hours on Wednesday, Dec. 11.
Don’t miss out on this festive opportunity! 🎉 Register online at: www.pltx.org/holidaycontest
Spread the cheer and let’s make this holiday season bright! 🌟🏠💖
Annual Nativity Exhibit
FREE Event Showcases 100s of nativities from around the world, made from a vast array of materials-corn husks, cinnamon bark, pasta, pinto beans, recycled bottles, hammered tin, stained glass, lace, yarn, wax and SO much more! Several community members collectors have come together to provide this opportunity.
Event runs from November 29th to December 15th.
Hours Friday through Sunday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
If you would like to exhibit or sponsor a Nativity call or text 361-935-8032 or 361-550-8620.
Event runs from November 29th to December 15th.
Hours Friday through Sunday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
If you would like to exhibit or sponsor a Nativity call or text 361-935-8032 or 361-550-8620.
Breakfast with Santa
Join us for Pictures & Pancakes with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, from 9 AM to noon at the First Baptist Church Family Life Center in Port Lavaca, TX! Enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast, get a festive photo with Santa, and participate in a fun craft activity. Tickets are $20 per child (includes picture, pancakes, and craft) and $10 per adult pancake plate. Pre-registration is appreciated, and prices increase by $5 at the door. Special thanks to Ernest Yanez and Mike Johnson from Texas Farm Bureau Insurance for supporting the Class of 2028. Don’t miss this festive family event!
Tree of Angels
Sunday, Dec. 8
You are invited to bring an angel ornament to place on this special tree in memory of a victim of violent crime.
You are invited to bring an angel ornament to place on this special tree in memory of a victim of violent crime.
Shop the Town
Mark your calendars for December 12, 2024, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. as we invite you to an exciting evening of shopping at all your favorite local businesses! 🎁✨
Whether you're wrapping up your holiday shopping or treating yourself to some fabulous deals, gather your friends for a grand time filled with fun and festivities.
🥤 Enjoy Refreshments at many locations, and discover special shopping deals, door prizes, and local Calhoun County pop-up shops at each stop.
📍 We'll be posting the final passport map the week of the event, so you can easily plan your shopping adventure! You can pick up and drop off your "shopping passport" at any participating retail location.
🛍️ Can’t make it to all the stops? No problem! Just turn in your passport at your last location for a chance to win the grand door prize!
Stay tuned for the map and participating locations coming soon!
✨ Vendors can sign up here: https://plchamber.org/shopthetown
Let’s make this a night to remember! 🎉❤️
Whether you're wrapping up your holiday shopping or treating yourself to some fabulous deals, gather your friends for a grand time filled with fun and festivities.
🥤 Enjoy Refreshments at many locations, and discover special shopping deals, door prizes, and local Calhoun County pop-up shops at each stop.
📍 We'll be posting the final passport map the week of the event, so you can easily plan your shopping adventure! You can pick up and drop off your "shopping passport" at any participating retail location.
🛍️ Can’t make it to all the stops? No problem! Just turn in your passport at your last location for a chance to win the grand door prize!
Stay tuned for the map and participating locations coming soon!
✨ Vendors can sign up here: https://plchamber.org/shopthetown
Let’s make this a night to remember! 🎉❤️
Port O'Connor Boat Parade
Saturday, Dec. 7
The annual lighted boat parade is a great spectacle that takes place at dusk on the Intracoastal Canal every year!
The parade is scheduled to start at dusk, approximately 6:30 pm in the ICW from Little Jetties and all the way to the end of Little Scurlock Drive and is open to all boats of all sizes that meet the minimum U.S. Coast Guard Safety Requirements. There is no entry fee.
Plaques will be awarded in several categories – Best Overall * Most Spirited * Most Unique * Best Commercial * Best Large Pleasure * Best Medium Pleasure * Best Small Pleasure.
The annual lighted boat parade is a great spectacle that takes place at dusk on the Intracoastal Canal every year!
The parade is scheduled to start at dusk, approximately 6:30 pm in the ICW from Little Jetties and all the way to the end of Little Scurlock Drive and is open to all boats of all sizes that meet the minimum U.S. Coast Guard Safety Requirements. There is no entry fee.
Plaques will be awarded in several categories – Best Overall * Most Spirited * Most Unique * Best Commercial * Best Large Pleasure * Best Medium Pleasure * Best Small Pleasure.
Adopt a Spot
Adopt a Spot
🎉 Join Us for the Holiday Adopt a Spot! 🎉
We are super excited to bring back the Adopt a Spot program this holiday season! 🌟 This is a wonderful opportunity for groups, families, or organizations to spread some holiday cheer by adopting one of several locations around town that needs your festive touch!
🎄 How It Works:
• Sign up online at: www.pltx.org/adoptaspot
• We will match you with the perfect space to decorate for the holidays!
Let’s come together to make our community shine bright this season! 💖✨
🎉 Join Us for the Holiday Adopt a Spot! 🎉
We are super excited to bring back the Adopt a Spot program this holiday season! 🌟 This is a wonderful opportunity for groups, families, or organizations to spread some holiday cheer by adopting one of several locations around town that needs your festive touch!
🎄 How It Works:
• Sign up online at: www.pltx.org/adoptaspot
• We will match you with the perfect space to decorate for the holidays!
Let’s come together to make our community shine bright this season! 💖✨
Christmas at the Bayfront
🎄✨ Join Us for Christmas at the Bayfront! 🎄✨
Get ready for our annual community Christmas celebration on Saturday, December 14th, from 4 to 9 p.m. at Bayfront Peninsula Park! This family-friendly and FREE event is packed with festive fun for everyone!
🎢 Highlights Include:
• A thrilling snow slide
• The Port Lavaca Express Train
• A magical life-sized snow globe
• Delicious hot chocolate and S'mores
• A special visit from Santa
• Exciting awards, contests, and so much more!
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🎁 Showcase your crafts, or host a stocking stuffing station.
🤝 Interested in volunteering? Contact Tania at tania@portlavacaevents.com or call 361-920-9788.
Let’s make this holiday season unforgettable together! 🎉❤️
Get ready for our annual community Christmas celebration on Saturday, December 14th, from 4 to 9 p.m. at Bayfront Peninsula Park! This family-friendly and FREE event is packed with festive fun for everyone!
🎢 Highlights Include:
• A thrilling snow slide
• The Port Lavaca Express Train
• A magical life-sized snow globe
• Delicious hot chocolate and S'mores
• A special visit from Santa
• Exciting awards, contests, and so much more!
•
🎁 Showcase your crafts, or host a stocking stuffing station.
🤝 Interested in volunteering? Contact Tania at tania@portlavacaevents.com or call 361-920-9788.
Let’s make this holiday season unforgettable together! 🎉❤️
Jingle Jog
Get ready for holiday cheer and fitness fun at the Hunter Hadley's Quest 5K Jingle Jog on December 7th! Join the fun at 186 Henry Barber Way, Port Lavaca, TX for a festive morning of running, shopping, and giving back.
5K Registration starts at 7:00 AM
Race begins at 8:00 AM
Christmas Shopping from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Entry is only $25 for the 5K, and vendor spots are available for $25. After the jog, enjoy a holiday market with shopping, food, and fun for everyone!
Don’t forget to bring an unwrapped toy for our Toy Drive and capture the moment with a photo with Santa!
For more information, reach out to hunterhadleysquest@yahoo.com.
5K Registration starts at 7:00 AM
Race begins at 8:00 AM
Christmas Shopping from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Entry is only $25 for the 5K, and vendor spots are available for $25. After the jog, enjoy a holiday market with shopping, food, and fun for everyone!
Don’t forget to bring an unwrapped toy for our Toy Drive and capture the moment with a photo with Santa!
For more information, reach out to hunterhadleysquest@yahoo.com.
Nutcracker Market
Join the fun at the Seadrift Chamber's Nutcracker Market on December 7th from 2 PM to 7 PM! Food trucks are wanted to add flavor to this festive holiday event. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of Seadrift's Christmas festivities and market, bringing together the community with great food, holiday shopping, and seasonal cheer. For more information or to participate, contact Tracey at 361.746.8488.
Holiday Decorating Contest
Get Ready for the Holiday Spirit! ✨🎄
We're excited to announce our Holiday Decorating Contest! 🌟 Want to showcase your festive spirit? Submit your address to be included in our contest, where entries will be judged in person from December 8 through December 11. Winners will be notified on December 12, and prizes will be awarded at Christmas in the Park on Saturday, December 14!
🏆 Prizes Include:
• Residential Winners:
o 1st Place: $250
o 2nd Place: $100
o 3rd Place: $50
• Commercial Winners: Plaque and bragging rights
• Public Space Winners: Plaque and a donation to the non-profit of your choice
• Battle of the Offices: Plaque and bragging rights, judged during business hours on Wednesday, Dec. 11.
Don’t miss out on this festive opportunity! 🎉 Register online at: www.pltx.org/holidaycontest
Spread the cheer and let’s make this holiday season bright! 🌟🏠💖
We're excited to announce our Holiday Decorating Contest! 🌟 Want to showcase your festive spirit? Submit your address to be included in our contest, where entries will be judged in person from December 8 through December 11. Winners will be notified on December 12, and prizes will be awarded at Christmas in the Park on Saturday, December 14!
🏆 Prizes Include:
• Residential Winners:
o 1st Place: $250
o 2nd Place: $100
o 3rd Place: $50
• Commercial Winners: Plaque and bragging rights
• Public Space Winners: Plaque and a donation to the non-profit of your choice
• Battle of the Offices: Plaque and bragging rights, judged during business hours on Wednesday, Dec. 11.
Don’t miss out on this festive opportunity! 🎉 Register online at: www.pltx.org/holidaycontest
Spread the cheer and let’s make this holiday season bright! 🌟🏠💖
Lucys Christmas Wish
Registration for this event will be the day of at 10 a.m. at the Bauer Community Center. You and your children must be a resident of Calhoun County. Children ages 2-13 years old can qualify.
The event will begin at 11:30 am and will end at 3:30 pm. There will be a ton of food, games, fun for the kids, Santa, and presents! Come celebrate Christmas with the Lucia Ornelas Foundation and volunteers.
The event will begin at 11:30 am and will end at 3:30 pm. There will be a ton of food, games, fun for the kids, Santa, and presents! Come celebrate Christmas with the Lucia Ornelas Foundation and volunteers.
Lighthouse Tree Forest & Food Drive
The Tree Forest will be open from 6 -9 p.m. December 7 - 29.
Closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
Closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
How many days until Christmas? We're pretty excited!
We’re so excited for all the great Calhoun County holiday events. Send us your info so we can include you! Email us at christmas@portlavacaevents.com
Looking for more events? Visit portlavacaevents.com or click the calendar below.
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