NASHVILLE, TN – Centennial Park Conservancy announced today it will host the inaugural Centennial Park Holiday Social, a festive family-friendly celebration, on Saturday, December 5. Hosted from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Croquet Cafe and Lawn, the family-friendly outing will feature photos with Santa, live music, a holiday market, and more.
Highlights of the Holiday Social include:
- Photos with Santa Claus from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. ($10 for digital, $20 for printed; proceeds benefit Centennial Park)
- Highlights from Centennial Youth Ballet’s The Mini-Nutcracker at 6:30 p.m.
- Holiday caroling from Metro Parks Youth Choir at 4:30 p.m. and 6 p.m.
- Holiday-themed lawn games
- Make-your-own ornament and Letters to Santa craft-making stations courtesy of Kidsville Holiday Bingo from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. with prizes
- Artisan vendors including Blue Hound Brew coffee, Gretch Ceramics and Music, Clayful Tinker, My Cluck Hut, Niraya Sauce, Faircloth Blankets, and more
- Toy Drive benefiting Metro Police Christmas Charities (MNPD Christmas Basket Program)
- Bar featuring holiday themed beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic options available; bar is cashless)
The new Croquet Cafe will be open serving its menu of sandwiches, desserts, and beverages. The Centennial Park Holiday Social is free to attend and open to all ages.
“The holidays are a time for gathering, celebrating, and making memories, and we hope the Nashville community will join us for a festive day in Centennial Park,” said Justin Branam, Vice President of Programming at Centennial Park Conservancy. “With something for everyone, from local artisans and seasonal treats to family-friendly activities and holiday traditions, we're excited to welcome the community to the newly renovated north side of the park for what we hope will be the start of a wonderful new Nashville tradition.”
For more information about Centennial Park Conservancy, please visit conservancyonline.com/holiday-social.
ABOUT CENTENNIAL PARK CONSERVANCY
Centennial Park Conservancy is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to preserve, enhance, and share the Parthenon and Centennial Park so all future generations may benefit from these cultural and enriching landmarks. The organization works in partnership with Metro Parks to protect and revitalize the Park’s green space, underwrite the Parthenon’s exhibition and educational programs, and present accessible and inclusive community programming to sustain the Park’s vibrancy.
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