News Flash

Make the most of winter holidays with these community events.

• Join the City of Allen for the annual Christmas Tree Lighting at City Hall on Friday, Dec. 2.
• View over 400 nativity displays from around the world during this free exhibit, Dec. 2-3.
• Catch a hilarious, Christmas whodunit in Allen's Community Theatre's performance of "The Game's Afoot", Dec. 2-18.
• Strap on your sneakers for the annual Rudolph Run, then enjoy a pancake breakfast with Santa or  sip tea with the Sugar Plum Fairy on Dec. 3.
• Enjoy the sounds of the season on Dec. 3 as Allen Philharmonic presents "A John Rutter Christmas."
• Pick your favorite float in the 2016 Allen Rotary Christmas Parade, marching through Allen on Sunday, Dec. 4.
• Chill out at Allen Community Ice Rink's "Holidays on Ice" show Dec. 4, featuring local skaters.
• Rock out at Allen Event Center on Dec. 9 during Christmas Hits Live!
• Introduce kiddos to a Christmas classic during a free showing of Miracle on 34th Street at Allen Public Library.
• Get tickets to K-LOVE Christmas feature Crowder and Mac Powell on Dec. 15.
• Swim with Santa at Don Rodenbaugh Natatorium or hear classical holiday tunes at Allen Public Library on Friday, Dec. 16
• Participate in holiday crafts and games at Joe Farmer Recreation Center's Holiday Celebration, then follow the magical adventures of Clara during Allen Civic Ballet's performance of The Nutcracker on Dec. 17
• Attend a musical program from the Allen Community Band on Dec. 18.
• Little ones can't make it to midnight? Ring in 2017 during Noon Year's Eve at Allen Public Library, Dec. 30.