If you take a drive around the historic district in the coming weeks, there’s one truth you won’t be able to miss – we love Christmas in Downtown Laurel!

From the incredible light display at Mason Park to the shining Christmas trees decorating each home on 6th Avenue; the wreaths lining the streets of downtown and our favorite display of all, the City of Laurel’s official Christmas tree in Pinehurst Park.  It’s clear that we celebrate our favorite season like no one else, and nothing says Christmas in Laurel more than the official lighting of the city Christmas tree.  We would love for you to celebrate this Christmas tradition with us!

The 2017 Laurel Christmas Tree Lighting

Thursday, November 30th | beginning at 5:30 PM

Sponsored by BancorpSouth, the City of Laurel and Laurel Main Street

5:30 p.m. – First Baptist Church Children’s Choir

5:45 p.m. – Strings Students from Life Church – Alexis Frenette, Director

6:00 p.m. – Laurel High School Concert Choir – Katrina Cox, Director

The official welcome will be delivered by Lew Yoder, president of Laurel Main Street, followed by a special greeting by Mayor Johnny Magee. Soon after, the park will spring to life as Seth Assink, President of BancorpSouth, lights our beloved Downtown Christmas Tree.

After the tree lighting, enjoy a special performance by the students of the Laurel Ballet Academy, under the direction of Elizabeth Sweatt

After the Lighting

Don’t miss the festivities at the Laurel-Jones County Library Open House. Bring the kids to meet Santa, enjoy arts and crafts, and free refreshments.

At 6:40 p.m., The Laurel Little Theatre will show The Polar Express.  This family favorite film is being shown free of charge, but donations are accepted at the door.

Many of our downtown merchants will extend their hours for this event so be sure to stick around, shop awhile, and enjoy a stroll under the lights of beautiful downtown Laurel.