“Christmas on the Grand” sneak peak

Christmas on the Grand Committee and the Yoakum Area Chamber of Commerce (YACC) are preparing for the most wonderful event of the season.

The festivities will be 4- 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6 to include extended shopping hours at local businesses and a selection of fabulous new attractions according to Chamber President Hannah Bordovsky. Chamber elves will debut gingerbread and cookie decorating contests in Railroad Park on Front St. and award the annual Community Residential and business decorating contest winners.

“We are ecstatic to introduce a Carnival Carousel and Swing Set, along with a Christmas bounce house and obstacle course too,” Bordovsky said. “Call your friends, bring your family, and gather round to enjoy the lighting of a very special Christmas tree, followed by a free movie at the Grand Theatre at 8 p.m.”

YACC invite folks to return to Railroad Park noon-6 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 with an illuminated parade down West Grand Ave. at 7 p.m. to conlcude the event.

Guests should prepare for a winter wonderland with a real snow area and slide, mini train rides, face-painting, family games, goody bag booths, arts and craft vendors, food trucks, and special community musical performances.

“December is looking very merry and bright in Yoakum and our kickoff to the holidays ahead will be nothing short of absolutely amazing,” Bordovsky said. “You do not want to miss it.”

YACC wishes to thank all of the sponsors making the event possible and encourages the community to follow them on Facebook.