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Niceville Parks & Rec Announces Fall Festival, Holiday Tree Lighting, and More Community Events

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Harvey WaldenCommunity Member

16 hours ago

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Special Events **Fall Festival** Join us for our annual Fall Festival! Enjoy games, food, and fun for the whole family. Activities include a bounce house, face painting, pumpkin decorating, and a costume contest. Date: Saturday, October 28th Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Location: Turkey Creek Park Cost: Free admission, some activities may have a fee. **Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony** Celebrate the start of the holiday season with our annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. Enjoy carols, hot cocoa, and a visit from Santa Claus. Date: Friday, December 1st Time: 6:00 PM Location: Niceville City Hall Cost: Free **Easter Egg Hunt** Bring the kids for our popular Easter Egg Hunt! Thousands of eggs filled with treats will be hidden for children to find. Date: Saturday, April 8th Time: 10:00 AM Location: Lions Park Cost: Free **Summer Concert Series** Enjoy live music in the park throughout the summer. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and relax. Dates: Every Thursday in July Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Location: Mattie Kelly Arts Center Amphitheater Cost: Free **Movies in the Park** Watch a family-friendly movie under the stars. Concessions will be available for purchase. Dates: Select Saturdays in June and August Time: Dusk Location: Turkey Creek Park Cost: Free **Contact Us** For more information about these and other Parks & Recreation events, please call 850-XXX-XXXX or email [email protected].

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