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Niceville’s 2nd annual Christmas celebration promises two nights of winter festivities Dec. 12-13

The Niceville Municipal Complex will transform into a bustling winter wonderland with hayrides, pony rides, craft vendors, hot cocoa and a visit from Santa.

Ashley Ward

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The Niceville Municipal Complex will transform into a bustling winter wonderland from 5 to 8 p.m., Friday, Dec. 12, and Saturday, Dec. 13, for the 2nd Annual “A Very Niceville Christmas” celebration.

This year’s event promises frosty fun for the whole family, with hayrides, pony rides, food trucks, craft vendors, music, photo opportunities, hot cocoa, a cake walk, Christmas story times, a Letters to Santa station and more.

Adding to the festivities, the Niceville Children’s Park will host a holiday movie under the stars Friday evening, followed by Santa in the Park on Saturday.

The city invites families and friends to join the community for two fun-filled evenings of holiday joy.

The Niceville Municipal Complex is located at 208 Partin Drive North in Niceville. Additional details are available here.

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