(Atlantic) Listed as Travel Iowa’s number one Christmas destination, downtown Atlantic lights up six blocks with nearly 200,000 lights for the holiday season.
Bailey Smith, Executive Director at the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce, said Christmas in Atlantic kicks off Saturday, November 11th with the Holiday Open House. Visit local retailers to get a holiday sneak peek and enjoy treats, giveaways and special promotions. New this year, the Chamber has partnered with retailers to launch the ‘Holiday Punch Card’. November 11th – December 18th, when you spend $20 at a participating business, you’ll receive a custom punch on your card. Once it’s filled, turn it into the Atlantic Area Chamber for your chance to win $50 in AtlantiCash, which will be drawn every Friday beginning November 17th. A grand prize drawing, valued at over $1,000, will be drawn December 18th. For a list of participating businesses, visit www.atlanticiowa.com.
For the seventh year in a row, the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce will be offering AtlantiCash at a discounted price as part of their Holiday Promotion.
For one day only, community members can come to the Chamber on Saturday, November 11th and buy a pack of $100 in AtlantiCash for $80, a 20% discount. Up to three packs, totaling $300, may be purchased. The discounted AtlantiCash will be available from 9 AM – 12 PM, or till supplies last.
The Annual Grand Lighting Ceremony will be Thursday, November 16th at 5 PM at the Historic Rock Island Depot in downtown Atlantic. Santa will have a special arrival at 5:30 PM to turn on the lights and see children in his cabin from 6 – 7:30 PM at City Park.
The Lighted Parade and Fireworks will be held December 2nd, starting at 6 PM. Please submit Lighted Parade entries to the Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce by calling 712.243.3017 or emailing chamber@atlanticiowa.com. Pre-registration is not required but is encouraged.
Prior to the Lighted Parade on December 2nd, visit Santa in his cabin where you can enjoy hot chocolate and treats, as well as horse-drawn carriage rides from 3-5:30 PM. Visit www.atlanticiowa.com for Santa’s full holiday schedule.
The Holiday Concert and Angel of Christmas is December 3rd at the First United Church of Christ, starting at 3 PM. Submit your nominations for Angel of Christmas to the Atlantic Area Chamber by November 22nd.
Pick up your Christmas Brochure and Holiday Punch Card from area retail businesses, like the Chamber on Facebook or follow on Twitter to find dates and details to celebrate Christmas in Atlantic. You can find a complete list of activities at www.atlanticiowa.com.
