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Historic towns centered around a square tug at the heartstrings, especially as the holidays arrive with the nostalgic glow of illuminated bulbs on Christmas trees, across storefronts, and in the candled windows of historic homes. Covington doesn’t disappoint! Save these dates and make plans to attend:
Pull your sleighs into the Lights at Legion kickoff to be the first to see the originally decorated Christmas trees by community organizations and area businesses and families. The evening opens with shopping at the Covington Mistletoe Market for artisan gifts, food trucks, a chance to visit with Santa and the first skaters at Covington on Ice. It’s free to tour the Lights at Legion during opening night and throughout the holiday season.
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It’s an all-ages family affair to gather for the lighting of the city’s holiday tree. Enjoy live performances on the stage in front of the historic clock tower. Welcome Santa as he dedicates a moment away from the elves to join us for the ceremonial lighting of the square! Start your holidays under the beautiful lights of downtown Covington. A fireworks show will begin at dark.
Note: This is a highly attended event and carpooling is encouraged.
Skate on real ice in two-hour skating sessions anytime. No waiting in queues! The rink and spectator area are covered, so you can skate rain or shine, warm or cold. Visit the Ice Days Snack Bar for nachos, hot dogs, hot chocolate, candies and more. You can even keep your skates on. Oh, and the skated-on ice is smoothed over at intervals by a real Zamboni!
This day encourages people to support small business and entrepreneurism in their communities. Quaint local shops are within walking distance of Covington’s Downtown Square. Wander into the many clothing boutiques. Get a haircut. Buy a guitar! Shop local in Covington.
Start with a steaming hot latte and later relax with a pint of ale and an afternoon bite. Make holiday reservations ahead of time at any of the local restaurants we love so much. You're in the Hollywood of the South® so don’t be surprised when you see a "Blood Bag" for sale filled with delicious fruit punch. Dine in Covington.
As the holidays evolve with more fun and details, browse around the web at discovercovingtonga.com
or call us at the Welcome Center 770-385-2077.
