Paris Christmas season!

If you’ve put the pumpkin at the side of the road and are already dusting off those Christmas decorations, take note of one of Paris’ most iconic holiday events taking place on Friday, November 15th . Downtown Paris is excited to welcome everyone to the Annual Jingle Bell Night If you’re new to town, this is a must attend event that will give you all the Christmas feels and put you in the festive mood to kick-start your holiday shopping It’s great exposure for local merchants, who offer a variety of unique gift ideas, and the best part is you’re supporting local entrepreneurs at the same time. These businesses will need our support as they prepare for a tough year ahead with plans to begin the Big Dig in downtown Paris next spring. Many merchants will extend their hours and offer festive sales and giveaways There’s complimentary gift wrapping at Wincey Mills, live music and entertainment and you’ll hear some caroling as carolers walk the streets to help you find the right mood to shift from Halloween to Christmas! You do not want to miss the Tree Lighting Ceremony at 7 pm at Cobblestone Common Park (right beside 2 Rivers Restaurant). This is the closest to a Hallmark Christmas Movie experience you’ll get as the OPP shuts down the main road so residents can gather and countdown the tree lighting And, if you’re in the position to donate, be sure to bring a new toy donation for the Paris Firefighters who will be collecting for the Paris Christmas Hampers program. All photos from 2023 Jingle Bell Night by Casandra Turnbull

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