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Nov 21

Christmas Celebrations in Olive Branch

Posted on November 21, 2024 at 3:28 PM by Jennifer Griffith

Light Garden Returns to City Park

Light Garden returns again this year to City Park. The Mid-South's most immersive light show that allows you to explore 1.5 miles of dazzling lights with festive entertainment and more! To purchase season passes or event tickets, please visit www.lightgarden.online .  Free admission for all Police Officers, Firefighters, Veterans, Nurses and Teachers!466788821_539915242178529_3860059224554069198_n

Christmas Tree Lighting

Join us for the illumination of the City of Olive Branch's New Community Christmas Tree on the front lawn of City Hall!

There will be live music, Selfies with Santa on the Wesson House Stage, a Candy Lane (trunk or treat), holiday treats, and more! This event will be from 5pm till 8pm with the tree lighting at 7pm. 

To view a map of this event, please visit: https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/ae94e71ec111434fbade6d0ba7b796e3/?fbclid=IwY2xjawGp5_NleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHYcZHuu22vwgw2fkcJqFpcvfjYt1km4lo5o1sIG1gtFqZCrCAl5TcPruCg_aem_Zz99jLv9sjjONjIaBhs-Bg



Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade

The Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade will be at 2pm on Saturday, December 7th along Pigeon Roost. 

Selfies with Santa will be available at the Wesson House before the parade starting at 11:30 am. For more information, please contact the Olive Branch Chamber of Commerce at 662-895-2600.

Wreaths Across America

Wreaths Across America will be held on Saturday, December 14th at Noon in Historic Blocker Cemetery.

If you are interested in sponsoring a wreath for this event ($17), we ask for you to visit www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/msbloc .  The last day to purchase these is 11/30/24. 

To volunteer, please send an email to info@obms.us .

Spring Youth Soccer Registration

Youth Soccer Registration is underway through 12/15. You can register online at olivebranch.recdesk.com.

Holiday Closure

City Hall and other City Buildings will be closed in observance of the Christmas Holiday on 12/24 & 12/25. Emergency Services will not be affected. 

Garbage Collection will not be in operation on 12/25. Services will be delayed by one day.