Christmas tree lighting always rings in the holiday season in an iconic and traditional way. While perhaps the most famous of all is the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting, Dauphin Island has its very own locally renowned celebration.
The Christmas Tree Lighting Party here stands out as one of the best Dauphin Island family activities to get everyone into the holiday spirit. From festive food, to Christmas shopping to kids activities, this is one party you won’t want to miss.
Miss Dauphin Island Pageant
The town’s annual Miss Dauphin Island Pageant is scheduled at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 30, in the parish hall of St. Edmund’s Catholic Church. It will be followed by the town’s Christmas parade at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 1, starting at Cadillac Square and ending at Dauphin Island Elementary School.
The Christmas Tree Lighting Party on Dauphin Island
The Christmas Tree Lighting Party takes place this year on Saturday, December 8, 2018, with plenty of music, food, hot chocolate and more. The whole family is welcome to the annual event hosted by the Dauphin Island Chamber of Commerce at the Water Tower Plaza.
Get your Christmas shopping done early by visiting the small shops selling holiday treats, handmade crafts, and special items that unite the wonders of Dauphin Island with the magic of Christmas. Don’t worry about boring your family. There are a number of kids activities and Santa will be there with a bag full of gifts.
At this island event, you will get a real taste of the Christmas season on your beach vacation. With tons of local shops, use this opportunity to grab a Dauphin Island-inspired gift for those who stayed at home. The Dauphin Island Art Garllery’s open house will be from noon – 3 p.m. and Art Does It is open from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
When and Where
The Christmas Tree Lighting Party and celebration really brightens up at 7:00 p.m. with the illumination of thousands of string lights hanging from the boughs of a broad evergreen.
The Christmas Tree Lighting happens beside the water tower that reads “Welcome to Dauphin Island” – a testament to the warm, friendly nature of our community. The tree will be located on the corner of Bienville Blvd. and Dauphin Island Pkwy., but festivities will take place in the surrounding area and along Bienville Blvd throughout the day.
Christmas Boat Parade
And hang around afterward because on Saturday, Dec. 15, the Christmas Boat Parade is coming back to the island after nearly 20 years. It will start at 5 p.m. at Billy Goat Hole on East End.
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Dauphin Island is perhaps the most exceptional place to spend the holidays. Escape the bitter cold of the north without worry about missing out on the holiday spirit – Dauphin Island has plenty of it to go around. Here, you have the chance to explore the Gulf of Mexico coastline without the holiday rush that plagues bigger cities and tourist destinations.
Dauphin Island is the largely untapped coastal town that is safe and welcoming. Feel free to send the kids off to bike the island without worry, or go on a family trip to the beach or through the wildlife sanctuaries searching for beautiful scenery and animals around every corner.
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