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| Texas State Railroad - Palestine, Texas |
Special events planned now through Dec. 30,
2014 make this Christmas an ideal time to visit the City of Palestine. The
season is filled with family activities, events and decorations that capture
the holiday season.
Highlights for 2014 Christmas in Palestine:
The
Polar Express™ Train Ride
November
14 - December 30
Read
along with the story as the historic steam strain makes its magical round-trip
from the Palestine Depot to the North Pole. Meet Santa and enjoy caroling, hot
cocoa, a treat and a special gift for each child. www.texasstaterr.com
Decorations that Capture the Holiday Season
Palestine Main Street
November 14-December 30
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| Anderson County Courthouse - Palestine, Texas |
Texas
State Railroad Society Museum at the Carnegie Library
November
14 - December 30 (Wednesday - Saturday Only)
History
steams into downtown with the Texas State Railroad Society. Marvel at model
train displays, hands on exhibits, history, artifacts and train memorabilia.
502 N. Queen Street
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| Carnegie Library - Palestine, Texas |
Grinch’s
Lair at the Historic Anderson County Jail
November
28 & 29, December 5 & 6, 12 & 13, 19 - 23
He’s
mean, he’s green and he’s in Palestine. The Grinch will take you on a tour of
his home. Characters from the beloved book are staged throughout the historic
attraction.
704 Avenue A
Ice
Skating in Palestine
November
28 - December 28 (Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only)
Experience
ice skating under the Texas stars this holiday season. The synthetic “ice”
skating rink that performs like regular ice will be located in Historic
Downtown Palestine.
Intersection of Spring & John Street
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| Ice Skating in Palestine, Texas |
Santa’s
Workshop
November
29 - December 21 (Sat. and Sun. only), December 22-24
Santa’s
Workshop, located in the historic Main Street district, is an indoor Winter
Wonderland filled with holiday delights. Take photos with Santa by Lee Loveless
Photography, and don’t forget to bring your Christmas list.
101 W. Oak Street
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| Santa's Workshop - Palestine Main Street District |
Frost
Fest: A Vintage Holiday in the Piney Woods
December
5, 6 & 7
This
heritage-filled weekend is full of holiday activities that include snow tubing,
“Freeze Your Buns Run” 5k, historic homes tour, a wassail walk, fruitcake toss,
live music, Ladies Day Out shopping event and much more. www.palestinefrostfest.com
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| Christmas in Palestine, Texas |
Breakfast
with Santa
December
6
Join
Santa and friends at the Palestine Civic Center. Enjoy a delicious breakfast,
holiday stories, sing-a-long, crafts and more.
1819 W. Spring Street
Dogwood
Jamboree “It Feels Like Christmas”
December
6
The
Dogwood Jamboree, a Branson-style country music show held at the Palestine
Civic Center is filled with family fun, laughter and great classic country
music from some of the best artists around.
1819 W. Spring Street
Christmas
Parade of Lights
December
6
Beautiful
floats march through Old Town and downtown Palestine, when the Christmas Parade
of Lights sets sail at 7 p.m. to the delight of hundreds of residents and
visitors. Let the spirit of the season embrace you as the historic Anderson
County Courthouse comes alive with illumination at the Palestine’s most beloved
nighttime event.
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| Christmas in Palestine, Texas |
The
Texas Theatre Presents: A Christmas Story
December
11, 12, 13 & 14
The
Palestine Community Theatre presents A Christmas Story based on the 1983
Christmas comedy film by Jean Shepherd.
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| A Christmas Story - Historic Texas Theatre Palestine, Texas
Palestine
Main Street Wine Swirl
December
13
Swirl around Main Street and enjoy regional
wineries, food and shopping. Tickets are available at the Palestine Visitor
Center or online at www.palestinemainstreet.org.
For
more information about Christmas in Palestine and for a full schedule of
events, times and locations, please visit www.visitpalestine.com or download the
free Palestine, Texas mobile app.
Palestine is the perfect destination to shop, dine and unwind during the most festive time of the year. Make sure to visit www.visitpalestine.com for a list of hotels, B&Bs, Restaurants, Shopping & Attractions. Contact the Palestine Visitor Center at 903-723-3014.
About
Palestine, Texas: Palestine is a charming East Texas town that boasts more than
1,800 historic sites, including the award-winning Main Street District.
Home to the Texas State Railroad and Dogwood Trails, Palestine is graced with
stately homes, gorgeous scenic drives and a Texas friendly welcome that offers
a true Southern experience – recently
named one of the Top Travel Destinations in Texas.
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