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Enjoy a festive night out at Holly Jolly Holidays with Howie and Jenn at @amescityauditorium on Friday, Dec. 19! 🎄🎶

From 7-8:30 p.m., experience an evening full of traditional and modern holiday favorites at this special holiday concert.

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Celebrate the season with Beer & Carols on Friday, Dec. 19 from 6:30–8 p.m. at @torrentbrewing! 🍻🎶

Get into the holiday spirit with a lively, family-friendly sing-along, delicious root beer, and fun-filled games for all ages.

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Experience the magic of Winter Wonderscape at @reimangardens from 5–9 p.m on Dec. 11–13! 🎄🌟

Wander through more than 200,000 dazzling lights, colorful tunnels, laser-lit displays, and whimsical surprises, including a life-size Candy Land, during this enchanting holiday walk-through light show.

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Discover the vibrant blooms of spring and summer with @university.museums during the Art Walk: Botanical Beauty! 🌸🎨

Experience a guided tour of public art celebrating plant life from 12-1 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 17 starting at Parks Library!

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Enjoy A Magical Cirque Christmas at @stephensaud on Wednesday, Dec. 17 at 7 p.m.! 🎄✨

Watch as world-class acrobats, aerialists, and musicians bring a festive winter wonderland to life. This dazzling holiday show delivers heart-pounding feats, feel-good music, and magical moments perfect for families, couples, and groups alike.

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Get into the holiday spirit with Dolly Parton`s Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol at @stephensaud on Monday, Dec. 15 at 7 p.m.! 🎄

Set in the 1930s Smoky Mountains, this musical brings Dolly’s heartfelt songs and a fresh twist on a classic holiday tale.

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Stop by @downtownames and Campustown every Saturday this month and enjoy free parking! 🚗

Explore local shops, try new restaurants, and make the most of your weekend without stressing about parking fees on Saturday, Dec. 13, 20, and 27.

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Ride the rails on The Santa Express at @boonescenicvalleyrr on Dec. 12-14! 🚂🎅

This magical train ride begins in Boone, travels to the North Pole and back! During the trip, Santa passes through the train to greet children and hand out a special gift.

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Experience a joyful, hilarious, and heartwarming celebration of the season at the Holiday Spectacular this Saturday, Dec. 13 at 7:30 p.m.! 🎅🎶

Enjoy sparkling classics and laugh-out-loud surprises that will keep you smiling all night.

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Celebrate the holiday season at the @amesfarmersmarket Holiday Market at Quality Inn & Suites! ✨❄️

Mark your calendars for Saturday, Dec. 13 and enjoy a festive shopping experience from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Discover amazing gifts, decor, and more, all handcrafted by local artists and producers!

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