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Tree lighting ceremony & Jolly Christmas Drive-Thru in Destin

The City of Destin will host its 35th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting event and a Jolly Christmas Drive-Thru. The Christmas Tree Lighting event will happen on Thursday, December 2nd, starting at 6:00 p.m. at the […]

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The City of Destin will host its 35^thAnnual Christmas Tree Lighting event and a Jolly Christmas Drive-Thru.

The Christmas Tree Lighting event will happen on Thursday, December 2^nd, starting at 6:00 p.m. at the Destin Community Center, located at 101 Stahlman Avenue.

This will be an outdoor event for the entire family with a visit from Santa Claus.
Entertainment will be provided by the Destin Elementary Chorus.
Donations of one non-perishable food item will be collected for families in need.

The Jolly Christmas Drive-Thru will take place on Thursday, December 16^th, from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. also at the Destin Community Center parking lot.

Cruise through the city’s Christmas light decorations, as well as visit with Santa.

The City is asking that you please bring one non-perishable food item for admission. Donations will be given to our local food bank, Harvest House.

For more information call the Destin Community Center at (850) 654.5184.

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