Parade & Tree Lighting

Join us for a magical evening in downtown Cullman at our annual Christkindlmarkt Parade and Tree Lighting! Watch as local marching bands, community organizations, and festive floats fill the streets with holiday cheer on November 22nd at 6:30 PM. Then follow the parade into Christkindlmarkt where ABC 33/40's James Spann and American Idol winner Taylor Hicks will lead our spectacular tree lighting ceremony. Experience the wonder as we illuminate the night with both a dazzling fireworks display and an all-new drone show that will light up the sky with Christmas magic!

Christkindlmarkt Parade

Friday, November 22 at 6:30 PM

One of Cullman's favorite traditions, the Christkindlmarkt Parade is filled with local organizations, businesses, bands, and more! Help us welcome in the Christmas Season with 7 blocks parade extravaganza.

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Christkindlmarkt Tree Lighting

Friday, November 22 at 8:00 PM

Immediately following the Christkindlmarkt Parade is the South's Largest Tree Lighting Show. Featuring a mesmerizing light show and fireworks that is always one of the most memorable events of the year. Brand new this year is Christmas Drone Show unlike anything you've seen!

Join us for this free event with Host James Spann, Special Musical Guest Taylor Hicks, Santa Claus, The Grinch, and Buddy the Elf  as we light the Christkindlmarkt Christmas Tree.

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