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Wilson Park Tree Lighting
Thank you to everyone who joined us tonight in Wilson Park for a wonderful kickoff to the holiday season and a special celebration of America 250. The park is shining in red, white, and blue with more than 100,000 lights.
Thank you, City of Florence, AL- Parks & Recreation Department Maintenance Crews for the tremendous work that went into this year’s display. Their attention to detail and long hours brought this patriotic winter scene to life.
A special thank-you to the Mars Hill Bible School 6th Grade Chorus for providing a beautiful performance, including their patriotic selection in honor of America 250.
The Florence-Lauderdale Public Library for hosting the 6th Annual Holiday Bike Parade is always so much fun and welcoming for families for photos with Santa.
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Wilson Park Christmas Lighting Ceremony – America 250
⏰𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟔 𝐚𝐭 𝟓 𝐏𝐌
Wilson Park Christmas Lighting Ceremony, featuring a patriotic red, white, and blue display in honor of America 250.
Enjoy a performance by the Mars Hill Bible School 6th Grade Chorus, followed by the Florence-Lauderdale Public Library’s 6th Annual Holiday Bike Parade and a visit from Santa on the library lawn.
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Wilson Park Christmas Lighting Ceremony – America 250
⏰𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟔 𝐚𝐭 𝟓 𝐏𝐌
Join us this Saturday at 5 PM for the Wilson Park Christmas Lighting Ceremony, featuring a patriotic red, white, and blue display in honor of America 250.
Enjoy a performance by the Mars Hill Bible School 6th Grade Chorus, followed by the Florence-Lauderdale Public Library’s 6th Annual Holiday Bike Parade and a visit from Santa on the library lawn.
We look forward to celebrating the season and America 250 with you at Wilson Park!
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Congratulations to Mars Hill Bible School on capturing the 2025 AHSAA Class 3A State Football Championship.
The Panthers completed a perfect 14–0 season and secured another Blue Map in Birmingham.
Well done, Panthers!
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𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟔 𝐚𝐭 𝟓 𝐏𝐌
Wilson Park Christmas Lighting Ceremony - 250 America
Join us this Saturday, December 6, for the annual Wilson Park Christmas Lighting Ceremony and Florence Lauderdale Public Library Bike Parade!
This year’s display will shine brightly in red, white, and blue in recognition of the America 250 celebration, honoring the upcoming 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding. More than 100,000 lights have been carefully installed by the Florence Parks & Recreation Maintenance Crews, whose dedication brings this patriotic winter display to life.
The evening will feature a performance by the Mars Hill Bible School 6th Grade Chorus, including a special patriotic selection in honor of America 250. Following the lighting, families are invited to enjoy the Florence-Lauderdale Public Library’s 6th Annual Holiday Bike Parade. After the parade, Santa will be on the library lawn for visits and photos.
We look forward to celebrating the holiday season and America 250 with you this Saturday at Wilson Park.
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City of Florence, AL- Parks & Recreation Department
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Florence is full of festive holiday events, and there’s something for everyone this season.
From shopping local with Win the Window, to photos with Santa, community markets, concerts, parades, and family activities.
Weekly Newsletter:
Highlights include:
• Win the Window with over $7,000 in local prizes
• Santa photo events at First Metro Bank and Florence Federal Credit Union
• Santa Paws Market supporting Chloe’s Fund
• Wilson Park Christmas Lighting with a patriotic America 250 theme
• Florence Christmas Parade – “A Hometown Holiday”
• Holiday tours, performances, craft demos, trivia night, and more
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OUR CITY
Florence is a city of vision, creativity, and ingenuity. With steady economic growth, business expansion, and community developments throughout our districts, we are working hard to meet the growing demands of our citizens and our tourists while at the same time protecting the rich historical charm that has defined this area for over 200 years. Exciting days are ahead in Florence. Let’s celebrate!


