(Atlantic) Listed as Travel Iowa’s number one Christmas destination, downtown Atlantic lights up six bocks with nearly 200,000 lights for the holiday season.
“I look forward to Christmas in Atlantic every year,” Bailey Smith, Executive Director at the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce stated.
“It’s been a really tough, unique year for everybody, and I’m thrilled we’re able to spread a little cheer and celebrate the season. There’s been some concern amongst the community that we wouldn’t be able to provide Christmas in Atlantic. While COVID-19 has presented challenges to our typical schedule of events, we’ve made the best of it and worked closely with Cass County Public Health. We’re excited to provide modified activities for everyone to enjoy,” mentioned Smith.
Christmas in Atlantic kicks off Saturday, November 14th with the Holiday Open House beginning at 9 AM. Visit local businesses to get a holiday sneak peek and enjoy treats, giveaways and special promotions. For a list of participating businesses, visit www.atlanticiowa.com.
For the fourth year, the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce will be offering AtlantiCash at a discounted price as part of their Holiday Promotion, sponsored by First Whitney Bank & Trust. The goal is to sell $25,000.
“This has become one of our favorite promotions we offer due to the overwhelming support it provides our local businesses. With everything our business community has endured this year with the pandemic, I’m hopeful the community will show their support, purchase some AtlantiCash and do their holiday shopping in Atlantic,” Smith stated.
For one day only, community members can come to the Chamber on Saturday, November 14th and buy a pack of $100 in AtlantiCash for $80, a 20% discount. Community members may purchase up to three packs. The discounted AtlantiCash will be available from 9 AM – 12 PM. Social distancing and masks will be mandated while waiting for AtlantiCash.
The Annual Grand Lighting Ceremony, sponsored by Precision Concrete Services, Atlantic Municipal Utilities and Dance Atlantic, will be Thursday, November 19th at 5:30 PM. Due to COVID-19 guidelines and regulations, you must park along Chestnut Street and remain in your vehicle at all times. Turn your radios to KS 95.7 for a live broadcast with Santa and help him countdown to turn the lights on. Santa will ride his fire truck up Chestnut Street following the lighting and be in his Cabin from 6 – 7:30 PM.
The Lighted Parade will be December 5th, starting at 6 PM. Due to COVID-19 guidelines and regulations, you must park along Chestnut and Walnut Street and remain in your vehicle at all times. There will be no fireworks and candy, promotional items, etc. will not be permitted. The route will begin on Walnut Street, travel north then south on Chestnut Street. Floats are highly encouraged to pre-register. Registration forms can be found at www.atlanticiowa.com. The Lighted Parade is sponsored by A.M. Cohron & Son.
Prior to the Lighted Parade on December 5th, visit Santa in his cabin where you can enjoy hot chocolate and a treat from 3 – 5:30 PM. More information regarding Santa’s Cabin regulations will be released at a later date. Visit www.atlanticiowa.com for Santa’s full holiday schedule. Santa’s Cabin is sponsored by the Atlantic Rotary Club and Atlantic Dental Center.
Capture the Christmas magic with #MyAtlanticIA and post to the Atlantic Area Chamber’s Facebook page or Instagram (AtlanticIowaFan). Contact the Atlantic Area Chamber with any questions at chamber@atlanticiowa.com or call 712.243.3017. A full list of Christmas in Atlantic activities can be found at www.atlanticiowa.com.
