12/1
Holiday in the Park:
Tree lighting ceremony and pathway of lights. 42-foot live Christmas tree, photos with Santa, petting zoo, crafts, food vendors and more. 6:00-9:30 p.m., Heritage Park Amphitheater, 378 Jack Borden Way. For more information, visit www.experienceweatherford.com.
12/3
Celebrity Cutting:
Event featuring celebrities from all walks of life benefits Careity in their support of the cancer community. General Admission: $20. 7:30 p.m., Will Rogers Coliseum, Fort Worth. For more information, visit www.careity.org/portfolio-items/celebrity-cutting/.
12/3-12/19
It’s a Wonderful Life Radio Show:
Beloved American holiday classic comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast, presented live on stage. Fridays and Saturdays: 8:00 p.m.; Sundays: 2:00 p.m., Theatre Off the Square, 114 North Denton St. www.theatreoffthesquare.org.
12/4
Christmas on the Square:
Fun day filled with Christmas cheer. Find a unique gift for that special person. 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., 1 Courthouse Square. www.experienceweatherford.com.
Christmas on the Tracks:
Celebrate the 8th annual event with Cowboy Santa and live llamas. Also enjoy pony rides, train rides, bounce house and a slide, plus vendors. 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Peacocks Feed, 122 W. Water St. (817) 594-5424.
Christmas Tyme in Aledo Arts and Crafts Fair:
Annual arts and crafts fair. Shop for unique gifts. 11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m., Church at the Crossing Gymnasium, Oak St. www.aledo-texas.com.
Photos With Santa:
Bring the family and camera for this free, fun event with Santa and crafts to make and take. 12:30-2:30 p.m., Weatherford Public Library. www.experienceweatherford.com.
Christmas Tyme in Aledo:
Holiday food, fun and entertainment for all ages, and Santa stopping by. 5:00-9:00 p.m., Downtown Aledo and Front Street. www.aledo-texas.com.
Weatherford Lights the Night Parade:
Come enjoy the second annual lighted parade. Parade: 6:30 p.m., starting at the ninth-grade center and winding around the courthouse to Waco St. www.experienceweatherford.com.
12/4, 12/11 and 12/18
Christmas Movie Magic Tours:
Celebrate the holiday season by seeing how movies come to life. Tour includes Capernaum Studios’ festive statue garden. Purchase tickets online. Various times available, Capernaum Village, 10700 FM 920, Poolville. www.capernaumstudios.com.
12/11 and 12/18
Pictures With Cowboy Santa:
Bring your kids or pets for a photo with Santa. $20/print. 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., Peacocks Feed, 122 W. Water St., Ste J. www.facebook.com/events/397528858488483.
12/12
Storytime With Santa:
Interactive story time for children. Parents can bring cameras and take a photo with Santa. Visit the website for more details and to purchase tickets. $40. 131 York Avenue. www.shoprubymae.com.
12/29
Mobile Pet Clinic:
Low-cost pet spay, neuter, dental and vaccinations from Parker Paws and Pet Vet Relief. Vaccinations: Noon-3:00 p.m. Other services by appointment (book online), Pet Supplies Plus, 222 W. Interstate 20. For more information, visit www.petvetrelief.com.
Weekend Prior to First Mondays
Weatherford First Monday Trade Days:
Event held on Friday-Sunday prior to the first Monday. One of the oldest open-aired markets in Texas steeped in tradition and located in the heart of the historical district. 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., 200 Santa Fe Dr. [email protected] or (817) 598-4359.
Second Fridays
Parker County Women’s and Newcomers Club:
Social hour, Club Shop, a special program and lunch. $11 for lunch. Social hour: 9:30 a.m.; meeting begins: 10:30 a.m., FUMC Family Life Center, 301 S. Main Street. Lunch reservation, Bea Cochran, (817) 723-1054. www.pcwnc.org.