Tis’ the season to be jolly! Looking for things to do with the kids this season, but wanting to stay in the area? No problem, we can help you find an activity perfect for the kids. Below we have compiled a list of things “Just for Kids” along with a few things for the entire family! You don’t want to miss out on the fun this season and with all of these events (with exception of a few) being in Lee County no excuses should be made to get out and have a Jolly Ole’ Time!
List of Events:
Auburn Parks and Recreation 8th Annual Polar Express Holiday Celebration- Join the Auburn Arts Association and the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center for the 8th Annual Polar Express Holiday Celebration on Saturday, December 7at 10:00am and 1:00pm at Kiesel Park. The “train” will depart at 10:00 am and 1:00pm. Activities include arts & crafts, sweets & treats, holiday games, a trackless train, and much more. This event is open to children 12 and under. Children under 5 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Participants are encouraged to wear their favorite holiday pajamas. Tickets will be available for sale Wednesday, November 6 and Thursday, November 7 at the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center from 9:00 am-4:00 pm. The cost is $8 per person. For more information, please contact the Arts Center at 501-2963.
Holiday Outdoor Movie “The North Pole”- Saturday, December 14, 5:30pm. Town Creek Park, Auburn. FREE to the public!
26th Annual Daddy-Daughter Date Night- Tickets go on sale Monday, December 9, 8:00am at Dean Road Rec Center, $30/per couple and $5 additional child. Dance will be February 7-9, 2013. This is a night for memories! Dads and daughters, enjoy an evening of dancing, refreshments, pictures, and surprises! Put your best foot forward in our dance contest and don’t miss your chance to take home one of several door prizes! Last year, this event SOLD OUT, so be sure to purchase tickets early. Join us for one of three nights of music, memories, and fun!
Teddy Bear Tea- Children and parents alike are invited to the annual Teddy Bear Tea at Piccolo, December 18-22, to gather around the fireplace for tea sandwiches, sweets, tea and hot cocoa. A real live Teddy Bear will also be there for everyone to snuggle up to. Each child will also be presented with a special teddy bear to take home with them. For additional information about the Teddy Bear Tea, please call 844-5140.
Opelika Parks and Recreation Christmas Crafts– Make and take your own Christmas crafts, on December 20, 2:00-3:00pm at the Covington Rec Center. Ages 6-10yrs. Fee: $15.
Christmas Wreaths- Join us at the Covington Recreation Center, Opelika for an afternoon of decorating Christmas wreaths to hand on your door for the holidays. December 3; 3:30-4:30pm. Ages: 5-12 years. Fee: $15.
Rocky Brook Rocket Reindeer Express- December 5-6. 5:00-8:00pm. Municipal Park, Opelika. Ages 2nd grade and under invited. Food, hot chocolate, entertainment and train rides through holiday lights.
Therapeutics Christmas Ball- Celebrate the holidays and feel like a king and queen for the day dressed in your Christmas best! The event is sponsored by Opelika Parks & Recreation and EAMH-MR and will be Friday, December 13th from 6:00-8:00pm at the Covington Recreation Center, 213 Carver Avenue, Opelika. 705-5550.
Fantasy in Lights- 8 million lights. 15 dazzling scenes. 1 magical night. Fantasy In Lights is not only the South’s most spectacular holiday light and sound show, it is one of the world’s “Top 10 Places to See Holiday Lights,” as named by National Geographic Traveler. Follow the links below for complete details on 2013 Fantasy In Lights. Located in the beautiful Callaway Gardens in Pine Mountain, GA for more information please call 1.800.225.5292
For more information and for other upcoming events please visit one of the links below:
http://www.callawaygardens.com/events/signature/fantasy-in-lights/tickets