Webbers Falls Christmas parade, downtown event is Dec. 14

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December 11, 2024

The town of Webbers Falls will host their annual Christmas parade at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 14, with line-up in front of SRS.

If you would like to participate in the parade, call Webbers Falls Town Hall at 918464-2920.

The Webbers Falls Chamber of Commerce will also be hosting their Historic Downtown Christmas event on Saturday, from 4:30 to 8 p.m. in the downtown area.

Kids will also be able to visit and take photos with Santa Claus.

Chamber president Eddie Casinger said there will be area vendors and food trucks set up, and there will be music, raffles and fun for all ages. The raffle is $5 per ticket or five tickets for $20.

For more info, contact Casinger at 918-315-3916 or Diana Smith at 918-917-3790.

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