Month-long festivities kick off with Christmas at the Plaza on Saturday, November 29
TEMPLE, TX (November 21, 2025) – The City of Temple invites residents and visitors to experience the magic of the season with the return of Holly Jolly, a month-long holiday celebration filled with festive events, lights, and community cheer throughout December.
The celebration kicks off with Christmas at the Plaza on Saturday, November 29, from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Santa Fe Plaza. Guests can enjoy a festive holiday market, live entertainment, interactive activities for children, and the annual Christmas Tree Lighting Show.
Christmas at the Plaza 2024
WHAT: Christmas at the Plaza
WHEN: Saturday, November 29, from 5 to 9 p.m.
WHERE: Santa Fe Plaza, located at 301 W. Avenue A
Visitors can browse local vendors, enjoy delicious holiday treats, take carriage rides, meet live reindeer, and capture festive photos under the lights as they get ready for the tree lighting show with drones and fireworks. Public parking will be available around the Santa Fe Plaza, the 1st Street Parking Garage, and the surrounding areas.
The holiday excitement continues throughout December with a variety of Holly Jolly events bringing joy to every corner of Temple:
Holly Jolly Events 2025
- Temple’s 79th Annual Christmas Parade: Monday, December 1, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in Downtown Temple
- Kringle Krawl (First Friday): Friday, December 5, in Downtown Temple
- Santa at the Depot: Saturday, December 6 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Temple Railroad & Heritage Museum
- Merry & Bright Holiday Lights Contest: Monday, December 8 through Monday, December 15
- Senior Christmas Dinner: Tuesday, December 9 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Frank W. Mayborn Civic & Convention Center
- Jingle Jam Christmas Concert: Friday, December 12 from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in Downtown Temple
- A Very Special Christmas Celebration: Saturday, December 13, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Gober Party House
- Trackside Cinema featuring The Polar Express: Friday, December 19 & Saturday, December 20 at 6 p.m. at the Santa Fe Plaza
Additionally, bundle up and glide into the holiday spirit at Temple’s first-ever outdoor ice rink, Rink on the Rails, from Saturday, December 12 through Sunday, January 4, 2026! Located in the heart of Downtown Temple, this winter attraction invites families and friends to make magical memories all season long. Tickets available now!
For full event details and to learn more about Holly Jolly, visit hollyjollytemple.com.