CULLMAN — The city of Cullman offers a different twist on the holiday season and invites everyone to join in paying homage to the city’s German heritage this month.
Christmas in Cullman features several events and attractions including the tallest Weihnachtspyramide on display, Christkindlmarkt, German food and popular holiday traditions such as the downtown Christmas parade and ceremonial lighting of a massive tree at the conclusion and more.
The must-see attraction at Christmas in Cullman is the towering Christmas pyramid.
At 30 feet tall, the Cullman Christmas pyramid is the tallest structure of its kind in the United States. Next to the Cullman County Museum, the carousel-like pyramid will stay lit until after the new year.
Known in German as Weihnachtspyramide, it is a traditional German decoration of wooden figures that represent different symbols and seasonal elements. The Christmas pyramid in Cullman has six tiers with each one featuring a different scene, including one that will pay tribute to the local law enforcement, first responders, as well as everyday citizens.
The downtown Christmas parade and the lighting of the city’s 42-foot tree are set to take place Friday. The parade steps off at 6 p.m. at the Busy Bee Café, traveling down 1st Avenue and ending at Depot Park.
The tree-lighting ceremony will take place at Depot Park immediately following the parade. Other festivities include music, crafts for kids, pictures with Santa and more.
The Cullman Christkindlmarkt is Dec. 9-11 and features a host of local vendors set up German-style in small wooden tents. The market is a great opportunity to find German ornaments, unique gifts and other handcrafted goodies and treasures. The market will be in the Festhalle Farmers Market and Economic Development parking lot behind the Cullman Museum.
Hours are 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Dec. 9-10 and 1 to 5 p.m. Dec. 11. Admission is free.
For more information on Christmas in Cullman, call 256-734-9157 or visit www.christmasincullman.com.
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