It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Limestone County

ATHENS — They’re decking the halls with boughs of holly and tinsel and all things Christmasy to bring the joy of the holidays throughout Limestone County.

And it all starts Thursday when the Athens Limestone County Tourism Association hosts the Athens-Limestone County Tinsel Trail tree-lighting ceremony.

Formerly called the North Pole Stroll, the new Tinsel Trail opens 6 p.m. at Athens Big Spring Memorial Park.

The grand unveiling and tree lighting ceremony features live entertainment, “Storytime with Santa” at 7 p.m. along with treats from Happi Pappi Beignets. The trail of beautifully decorated Christmas trees is open through Dec. 31.

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Other holiday events in Limestone County

• Christmas Market at Athens-Limestone Hospital.
  Wednesday
  The community is invited to shop with a variety of vendors
• Athens-Limestone County Christmas Open House
  Nov. 22-24
  The Christmas Open House features the Merchants Alley Tree Lighting, Ice Skating on The Square, Photos with Santa, and the festive Merry Market on Marion.
  Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/850486526501482
• Ardmore Tinsel Trail and Tree Lighting
  Dec. 6 at 6 p.m.
  The Trail, at the corner of Ardmore Avenue and 1st Street near Ardmore Town Hall, runs from Dec. 6-Jan. 1.
  Website: https://greaterardmorechamber.com/tinsel-trail/
• Cookies and Pictures with Santa at Ardmore Town Hall
  Dec. 7, 10 a.m. to noon
  Free photos with Santa. Refreshments and goody bags for the kids until supplies run out.
  Website: http://www.townofardmorealabama.com/events/santa-town-hall/
• Elkmont Christmas Festivities
  Dec. 7
  Spend the day in the quiet town of Elkmont and celebrate the holiday season. The Elkmont Fire Department will host the annual Christmas parade at 3 p.m. Santa will be at town hall at 5 p.m. and the lighting of the tinsel trail will take place at 6 p.m.
  Website: https://www.elkmontal.gov/
• Ardmore Christmas Parade
  Dec. 9, 6:30 p.m.
  Hear the Pride of the Stateline band and see lots of floats in the annual Ardmore Christmas Parade. It starts at Ardmore High School and heads down Ardmore Avenue
  Website: http://www.townofardmorealabama.com/events/christmas-parade/
• Athens Main Street 14^th annual Sippin’ Cider Festival
  Dec. 14, 4-8 p.m.
  During the Sippin’ Cider Festival, participating downtown merchants prepare and offer complimentary sample tastings of their favorite hot cider recipe. Cider enthusiasts will vote by ballot for their favorite, and the cider receiving the most votes wins the coveted Cider Cup and bragging rights for the year. This is a free event for patrons.
  Website: https://athensmainstreet.org/sippin-cider/
• Historic Mooresville Holiday Traditions Walking Tours
  Dec. 14, noon to 4 p.m.
  A guided walking tour through town showcases Historic Mooresville’s holiday traditions, past and present. The tour is an hour long and involves less than one mile of walking. It will include Mooresville’s historic public buildings and multiple private residences.
  Guides will meet ticket holders at the Stagecoach Tavern, and tours will begin promptly at the designated tour time.
  Website: https://www.mooresvilleal.com/holidaytours/