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Celebrating Christmas & New Year's in Huntsville

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There's a variety of activities and events to celebrate the holiday season in Huntsville. Whether it's the traditional Christmas events or something new in Huntsville, here's a list for you to study to find something to do this holiday season.

1. Tchaikovsky's "The Nutcracker"

Thu, Nov 19, 7:00 pm at Rave Motion Pictures
Sun, Nov 22, 1:00 pm at Rave Motion Pictures

Enjoy Russia's legendary Mariinsky Ballet Company (formerly Kirov) with the classic Tchaikovsky's "The Nutcracker" showing two times at Rave Motion Pictures on Four Mile Post Road. Tickets are $20 each.

2. "Christmas Belles"

November 19 7:30 pm at VBC Playhouse
November 21 2:00 pm & 7:30 pm at VBC Playhouse

Theatre Huntsville presents a church Christmas pageant that spins wildly out of control as three sisters try to reign in the mayhem. Amidst an ailing Santa, a vengeful sheep, and a reluctant Elvis impersonator, a family secret emerges that just might derail the entire production. And on top of everything else, the pageant will be shown live on cable access television for the first time ever. Their holiday journey through a misadventure-filled Christmas Eve is guaranteed to bring joy to your world. Tickets online or by calling 536-0807.

3. "White Christmas"

Nov. 19-21 at 7:30 p.m. at Lee High School Auditorium 606 Forrest Circle

Lee Lyric Theatre presents "White Christmas" by Irving Berlin. If you enjoyed the classic "White Christmas" movie, you'll love this.Veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis have a successful song-and-dance act after World War II. With romance in mind, the two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which just happens to be owned by Bob and Phil's former army commander. Songs include Blue Skies, I Love a Piano, How Deep Is the Ocean and the perennial favorite, White Christmas. Adults $15, Students/Seniors $13; Thurs. Nov. 19 - all seats $10. Get tickets one hour before each show. For more info, call (256) 509-7575.

4. Holiday Tree Lighting at Bridge Street Town Centre

Friday, November 20

3:00 pm-5:00 pm--Face Painters and Magician/Balloon Twister--Piazza del Lago area
5:00 pm-7:00 pm--Victorian Carolers Perform--Strolling throughout South End of Centre
5:30 pm--Huntsville High Choir Performs--Front of Tree
5:45 pm--Reginald Jackson (saxophone soloist) Performs--North End Stage in front of tree
6:00 pm--Ceremony Begins--Rochelle Allgood, Manager of BSTC, Mayor Tommy Battle, Larry Dodgen of Northrop Grumman Welcome/Remarks
6:15 pm--Tree Lights/Snow Falls
6:20 pm-9:00 pm--Brent Morgan Band--North End Stage in front of Tree
6:30 pm-8:00 pm--Santa and Elves take pictures with kids--Strolling throughout Centre

5. Galaxy of Lights

November 20 - November 24 : Galaxy of Lights Walking Nights (Public)
November 26 - January 2 : Galaxy of Lights Driving Nights

Join the tradition by driving through the winter light extravaganza in the warmth of your car. See thousands of twinkling lights with old favorites & fabulous new animated displays. For the first time ever, Galaxy will welcome two Singing Animated Musical (SAM) displays to its collection of light displays. Make sure to visit during walking nights to see the SAM displays at their best, as they are programmed to “dance to the music” during three different songs each. For more information, call (256) 830-4447.

6. Santa's Village

November 27 through December 23 from 5-9 pm in Alabama Constitution Village, 109 Gates Avenue

Young & old alike will delight in visiting Santa & Mrs. Claus' home, the reindeer in their stable & elves in their toy shop working busily to create special memories for you & your family in the village Santa calls home. For more information, call (256) 564-8100.

7. "Nativity Pageant"

November 29 at 5:00 pm at Trinity United Methodist Chruch Sanctuary, Airpord Road

Enjoy the Children's Choirs of Trinity UMC as they bring back the traditional telling of the Birth of Christ with angels, shepherds, wise men, Mary & Joseph and a lot of little sheep. Public welcome!

8. Burritt's Holiday Mansion Exhibit: Deck The Halls

December 1-30 Tues.-Sat. 10 am-4 pm & Sun. Noon-4 pm

Step into a magical world of holiday delight-as the already beautiful Burritt Mansion is decked out for the holidays by local designers & decorators. It will amaze young & old alike. For more information, call (256) 536-2882. Admission charged.

9. Community Christmas Tree Display

December 1-30 from Mon.-Thurs. 9 AM-9 PM-Fri.-Sat. 9 AM-5 PM & Sun. 1-4 PM

Huntsville Public Library showcases an annual display that takes place throughout the Main Library during the month & it is enjoyed every year by young & old alike. Free admission. For more information, call (256) 532-5940.

10. Madison Community Band Christmas Concert

December 1 at 7 pm at Grace United Methodist Church-2113 Old Monrovia Road.

Come & celebrate the music of the season as we play carols & holiday tunes to put you in the Christmas Spirit. For more information, call (256) 461-0028.

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