City of Williams Christmas tree set up on Second Street.
WILLIAMS – The tree is up and decorated for the 2014 Christmas on Route 66 celebration next weekend. The tree will be lit following the annual Parade of Lights. This year and Elf Costume Contest has been added.
Businesses lining Route 66, and beyond, have been decorated for a couple of weeks in preparation for the event.
The Polar Express will begin two nightly runs to the North Pole. Santa has also lent one of his late-model sleighs to the Zip Line located at the Williams Visitor Parking lot.
You can also take a tour around the city to see the decorations of the residents of the City of Williams.
Other events include:
November 29th
Save-MTR 11th hold their 11th annual Holiday Craft Show at the Sultana Theater at 301 W. Route 66 in downtown Williams from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will be over 35 vendors and you can have pictures of your pets, family and friends taken, as well. Benefits building animal shelter.
The Parade of Lights starting around 6:30 p.m.
Elf Costume Contest at the city tree after the parade. Open to young elves to age 13 and elder elves 14 and older.
Lighting of the Christmas tree will occur upon completion of the Parade of Lights.
November 30th
Santa will be at the Spoiled Rotten Pet Boutique at 517 E. Route 66 from 12 to 5 p.m. for photos. The price of photos benefits the Animals in Need fund at the Williams Veterinary Clinic.
December 5
The American Legion Cordova Post #13 will host an Arts and Crafts fair from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. The event is co-sponsored by the American Legion and VFW Ladies Auxiliary. Table rental is $10 and all items must be original and home-made. You can get more details or reserve a table by contacting Carolyn Kleck at at 602-677-2561. Spaces are limited so reserve early.
December 6
Restaurants, gift shops and galleries will be offering specials and possibly special treats to
The Mountain Village Holiday continues through New Years Day so events will continue throughout the city.
You can obtain more information for the time you plan to arrive at the Williams Visitor Center at 200 W. Railroad Avenue (Across from Circle K and the Zip Line) or by visiting the Williams Grand Canyon Chamber site.
