Pickwick State Park Gears Up For Christmas
PICKWICK, Tenn. — The Pickwick Landing State Park is gearing up for the 9th Annual Christmas in the Park Celebration. The Park will kick off the celebration Dec. 13-14, 2013 as the Hardin County Chamber of Commerce hosts the Holiday Mart inside the conference center at Pickwick Inn, Santa Claus from the North Pole will be there though out the weekend, along with the elves. Both nights from 6-9 p.m., sight-seers may drive-thru or take a horse drawn wagon or carriage ride thru the park viewing the many dazzling holiday light displays. The weekend will include family-friendly activities and treats that celebrate the warmth of the holiday season through a celebration that is sure to warm the hearts of all. “Christmas in the Park has been one of the most anticipated and well- received events of the year” shared Chamber Director Beth Pippin. “Geared towards families, this event will definitely be a perfect way to ring in the holidays with the beauty of the lake and the awe of the season”. Other activities include kiddie train ride to see Santa, bedtime story reading with the elves, Breakfast with Santa, children’s crafts, face painting, the Jingle Bell Trail, outdoor Christmas karaoke, local dining and shopping, great festival foods and so much more. For more information about the celebration, call the Hardin County Chamber of Commerce at 731-925-2363, or for Inn accommodations or to sponsor a display call 731-689-3135. Visit us at www.hardincountychamber.com or on Facebook. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: Holiday Mart is Friday noon- 9pm and Saturday 10am-9pm Drive thru lights, carriage rides, train rides, karaoke, Santa —both nights 6-9pm Bedtime stories—8-9 pm both nights Breakfast with Santa —-Saturday 7-10am Santa’s Workshop——–Saturday 10-11am
