Please join us as we kick off the Christmas Season by lighting up our City Park Christmas Lights.
The City Park will light up at dusk as our famous lights display starts to shine bright.
The Christmas Lights will stay on in the City Park for the entire Christmas Season until January 5th.
Be sure to take a drive through the City Park to view the lights!
You won’t want to miss this beautiful display!
Santa Claus is coming to town!! Join us as we kick off the Christmas in Carlyle season with our annual parade and fireworks show.
The Parade will begin at 11th and Fairfax Streets, and will head east until reaching 5th Street, where the Parade will turn north on its way to the City Park.
After the Parade, the public is invited to join us at the City Park as we light up the sky with the Christmas Fireworks.
The Scott Masonic Lodge will have a food trailer on site and the Kettle Corn Stand will be set up.
Santa Claus will be available for photos courtesy of Traditions Portrait & Design.
For more details visit the Christmas in Carlyle Event Page
A fun family night of Christmas Cheer, Fireworks & Christmas Lights!
**Parade & Fireworks Rain Date: Sunday, December 1, 2024**
The Carlyle First United Methodist Church will host a Christmas Bazaar & Bake Sale in the fellowship hall.
Come enjoy a Christmas Craft Fair and take home some delicious treats.
An Enchanted morning with Santa & Mrs. Claus awaits at Bretz Wildlife Lodge & Winery. Photo opportunities abound as children get the opportunity to sit on Santa’s lap, eat a scrumptious buffet meal, and hear exciting Holiday Stories from Mrs. Claus. Special activities are planned on this Magical morning to bring in the holiday season!
Adults – $13.95 | Children – 10 & younger – $9.95
Buffet Menu: Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Sausage Links, Pancakes, Biscuits & Gravy, American Fries, Fresh Fruit, Danishes, Milk & Orange Juice
For more details and to make reservations call Bretz at 618-594-8830.
An Enchanted morning with Santa & Mrs. Claus awaits at Bretz Wildlife Lodge & Winery. Photo opportunities abound as children get the opportunity to sit on Santa’s lap, eat a scrumptious buffet meal, and hear exciting Holiday Stories from Mrs. Claus. Special activities are planned on this Magical morning to bring in the holiday season!
Adults – $13.95 | Children – 10 & younger – $9.95
Buffet Menu: Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Sausage Links, Pancakes, Biscuits & Gravy, American Fries, Fresh Fruit, Danishes, Milk & Orange Juice
For more details and to make reservations call Bretz at 618-594-8830.
He’s making a list & checking it twice…
Bring the kids to visit with Santa in the beautifully decorated Carlyle City Pool House to found out if they’ve made the naughty or nice list.
Wander through the Wonderland Forest of fully decorated Christmas Trees and Wreaths at the Messiah Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall.
Forest Hours:
Friday, December 6th from 4-8 p.m.
Saturday, December 7th from 12-4:45 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. (Closed from 4:45-6 p.m. for Divine Service)
Sunday, December 8th from 12-8 p.m.
Friday, December 13th from 4-8 p.m.
Saturday, December 14th from 12-4:45 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. (Closed from 4:45-6 p.m. for Divine Service)
Sunday, December 15th from 12-8 p.m.
Cast your vote for your favorites! Prizes will be awarded for People’s Choice in small tree, large tree and wreath categories.
This is a free community event open to the public!
A selection of wreaths and trees are available at auction on Sunday night at Festival close. Any proceeds will benefit Messiah Lutheran Preschool and “In Christ’s Care” latchkey programs. Not all decorated items will be available for auction.
Raffle tickets are available for a chance to win selected trees or wreaths,
Ticket prices are 2 for $1; 12 for $5; 6ft. for $20.
Contact Janet at (618) 531-3328 for more info or to claim a spot for your decorated tree or wreath.
Not only can you enjoy our beautiful lights in Carlyle City Park, but you can also enjoy some Cookies & Cocoa as you drive through the display, all thanks to K&J Chevrolet.
Wander through the Wonderland Forest of fully decorated Christmas Trees and Wreaths at the Messiah Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall.
Forest Hours:
Friday, December 6th from 4-8 p.m.
Saturday, December 7th from 12-4:45 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. (Closed from 4:45-6 p.m. for Divine Service)
Sunday, December 8th from 12-8 p.m.
Friday, December 13th from 4-8 p.m.
Saturday, December 14th from 12-4:45 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. (Closed from 4:45-6 p.m. for Divine Service)
Sunday, December 15th from 12-8 p.m.
Cast your vote for your favorites! Prizes will be awarded for People’s Choice in small tree, large tree and wreath categories.
This is a free community event open to the public!
A selection of wreaths and trees are available at auction on Sunday night at Festival close. Any proceeds will benefit Messiah Lutheran Preschool and “In Christ’s Care” latchkey programs. Not all decorated items will be available for auction.
Raffle tickets are available for a chance to win selected trees or wreaths,
Ticket prices are 2 for $1; 12 for $5; 6ft. for $20.
Contact Janet at (618) 531-3328 for more info or to claim a spot for your decorated tree or wreath.
Wander through the Wonderland Forest of fully decorated Christmas Trees and Wreaths at the Messiah Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall.
Forest Hours:
Friday, December 6th from 4-8 p.m.
Saturday, December 7th from 12-4:45 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. (Closed from 4:45-6 p.m. for Divine Service)
Sunday, December 8th from 12-8 p.m.
Friday, December 13th from 4-8 p.m.
Saturday, December 14th from 12-4:45 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. (Closed from 4:45-6 p.m. for Divine Service)
Sunday, December 15th from 12-8 p.m.
Cast your vote for your favorites! Prizes will be awarded for People’s Choice in small tree, large tree and wreath categories.
This is a free community event open to the public!
A selection of wreaths and trees are available at auction on Sunday night at Festival close. Any proceeds will benefit Messiah Lutheran Preschool and “In Christ’s Care” latchkey programs. Not all decorated items will be available for auction.
Raffle tickets are available for a chance to win selected trees or wreaths,
Ticket prices are 2 for $1; 12 for $5; 6ft. for $20.
Contact Janet at (618) 531-3328 for more info or to claim a spot for your decorated tree or wreath.
He’s making a list & checking it twice…
Bring the kids to visit with Santa in the beautifully decorated Carlyle City Pool House to found out if they’ve made the naughty or nice list.
He’s making a list & checking it twice…
Bring the kids to visit with Santa in the beautifully decorated Carlyle City Pool House to found out if they’ve made the naughty or nice list.
Wander through the Wonderland Forest of fully decorated Christmas Trees and Wreaths at the Messiah Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall.
Forest Hours:
Friday, December 6th from 4-8 p.m.
Saturday, December 7th from 12-4:45 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. (Closed from 4:45-6 p.m. for Divine Service)
Sunday, December 8th from 12-8 p.m.
Friday, December 13th from 4-8 p.m.
Saturday, December 14th from 12-4:45 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. (Closed from 4:45-6 p.m. for Divine Service)
Sunday, December 15th from 12-8 p.m.
Cast your vote for your favorites! Prizes will be awarded for People’s Choice in small tree, large tree and wreath categories.
This is a free community event open to the public!
A selection of wreaths and trees are available at auction on Sunday night at Festival close. Any proceeds will benefit Messiah Lutheran Preschool and “In Christ’s Care” latchkey programs. Not all decorated items will be available for auction.
Raffle tickets are available for a chance to win selected trees or wreaths,
Ticket prices are 2 for $1; 12 for $5; 6ft. for $20.
Contact Janet at (618) 531-3328 for more info or to claim a spot for your decorated tree or wreath.
Not only can you enjoy our beautiful lights in Carlyle City Park, but you can also enjoy some Candy Canes & Cocoa as you drive through the display, all thanks to Carlyle Walmart.
Wander through the Wonderland Forest of fully decorated Christmas Trees and Wreaths at the Messiah Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall.
Forest Hours:
Friday, December 6th from 4-8 p.m.
Saturday, December 7th from 12-4:45 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. (Closed from 4:45-6 p.m. for Divine Service)
Sunday, December 8th from 12-8 p.m.
Friday, December 13th from 4-8 p.m.
Saturday, December 14th from 12-4:45 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. (Closed from 4:45-6 p.m. for Divine Service)
Sunday, December 15th from 12-8 p.m.
Cast your vote for your favorites! Prizes will be awarded for People’s Choice in small tree, large tree and wreath categories.
This is a free community event open to the public!
A selection of wreaths and trees are available at auction on Sunday night at Festival close. Any proceeds will benefit Messiah Lutheran Preschool and “In Christ’s Care” latchkey programs. Not all decorated items will be available for auction.
Raffle tickets are available for a chance to win selected trees or wreaths,
Ticket prices are 2 for $1; 12 for $5; 6ft. for $20.
Contact Janet at (618) 531-3328 for more info or to claim a spot for your decorated tree or wreath.
He’s making a list & checking it twice…
Bring the kids to visit with Santa in the beautifully decorated Carlyle City Pool House to found out if they’ve made the naughty or nice list.
Wander through the Wonderland Forest of fully decorated Christmas Trees and Wreaths at the Messiah Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall.
Forest Hours:
Friday, December 6th from 4-8 p.m.
Saturday, December 7th from 12-4:45 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. (Closed from 4:45-6 p.m. for Divine Service)
Sunday, December 8th from 12-8 p.m.
Friday, December 13th from 4-8 p.m.
Saturday, December 14th from 12-4:45 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. (Closed from 4:45-6 p.m. for Divine Service)
Sunday, December 15th from 12-8 p.m.
Cast your vote for your favorites! Prizes will be awarded for People’s Choice in small tree, large tree and wreath categories.
This is a free community event open to the public!
A selection of wreaths and trees are available at auction on Sunday night at Festival close. Any proceeds will benefit Messiah Lutheran Preschool and “In Christ’s Care” latchkey programs. Not all decorated items will be available for auction.
Raffle tickets are available for a chance to win selected trees or wreaths,
Ticket prices are 2 for $1; 12 for $5; 6ft. for $20.
Contact Janet at (618) 531-3328 for more info or to claim a spot for your decorated tree or wreath.
Voices from all over our community, will fill St. Mary’s Catholic Church with the beautiful songs of the season.
Reception to follow in the Parish Center.
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