Clarksville Parks and Recreation kicks off the holidays with Christmas on the Cumberland
November 29, 2021
Clarksville, TN – McGregor Park and the Cumberland Riverwalk had hundreds of visitors on a cool and crisp night just before Thanksgiving, including one very special guest, Santa Claus, as he and Mr’s Claus joined Clarksville Mayor Joe Pitts and his family to officially light 1,000,000 Christmas lights, a holiday tradition in Clarksville.
Tiffany Perkins, an event planning specialist with the Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department was one of the organizers of this year’s event.
“Tonight, we’re celebrating our Christmas on the Cumberland 2021 grand opening,” Perkins said. “We’ll have some dance groups out tonight, as well as the Rossview High School band. Clarksville Mayor Joe Pitts will be here, and our presenting sponsor for this evening is Blue Cord Realty. They’ll be providing free hot chocolate for everyone.”
Christmas on the Cumberland Grand Opening
Celebrate the holidays and enjoy free activities and entertainment at Christmas on the Cumberland
December 10, 2016
Clarksville, TN – Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department invites children of all ages to visit Christmas on the Cumberland at the McGregor Park Riverwalk for fun, family-friendly activities.
Visitors can enjoy holiday-themed crafts and performances by local choirs and dance groups as well as enjoy a photo opportunity with Santa on December 10th and December 17th from 6:00pm-8:00pm.
Clarksville’s Christmas on the Cumberland.
Clarksville’s 18th annual Christmas on the Cumberland Opens
November 23, 2016
Clarksville, TN – Tuesday night, November 22nd, hundreds of people gathers at the McGregor Park RiverWalk and Museum for the grand opening ceremony of the City of Clarksville’s 18th annual Christmas on the Cumberland.
Just before the ceremony began, those in attendance were treated to Christmas Carols by the Rossview High School Choir.
Mrs. Claus, Clarksville Mayor Kim McMillan, Santa Claus and Snow Bird flip the switch officially turning on the lights for Christmas on the Cumberland.
Dancing with the Stars to be held Saturday March 5th, 2016
February 24, 2016
Clarksville, TN – Altrusa International Foundation of Clarksville presents its Seventh Annual Dancing with the Stars show on Saturday March 5th, 2016, 7:00pm at the Austin Peay State University’s Music/Mass Communications Building. This year will be an All-Star Reunion Show with 10 former Stars once again returning to the stage!
The event is held as a fund raiser to provide scholarships to non-traditional students. Our goal this year is to present $10,000 in scholarships.
Back to School Fair Saturday at Governor’s Square Mall Saturday
July 24, 2015
Free Family Fun, Science, Exhibitors, Giveaways and the Back to School Fashion Show
Clarksville, TN – The annual Back to School Fair at Governor’s Square Mall is this Saturday, July 25th from 12:00pm-4:00pm. The event will include free fun and educational family entertainment, exhibitors, and the Back to School Fashion Show. Visit the DJ table in Dick’s Court to register-to-win prizes and pick up a bag full of Back to School coupons from mall retailers (while supplies last).
Find out more about programs and services available through Navy Federal Credit Union, WorkForce Essentials’ Drivers Ed program, Clarksville Cheer Extreme, Clarksville Dental Center, AFS-USA Exchange Students Program, the West Creek High School Criminal Justice Academy and register for dance, cheer, and football programs. [Read more]
Visit with Santa and enjoy free activities at Christmas on the Cumberland
November 15, 2012
Clarksville, TN – Kids of all ages are encouraged to come to Christmas on the Cumberland for fun, family friendly activities. Christmas on the Cumberland is open nightly from 5:00pm-10:00pm, Sunday through Thursday and 5:00pm-11:00pm, Fridays and Saturdays through January 5th, 2013.
Admission to the event is free.
Christmas on the Cumberland
Dance Theatre of Tennessee and Bridgestone Americas Trust Fund presents the Montgomery county leg of its touring production of “The Nutcracker”
December 5, 2011
Clarksville, TN – The sparkling magic of the season comes to life in Dance Theatre of Tennessee’s enchanting version of The Nutcracker. Highlighted by Tchaikovsky’s brilliant score, the irresistible story of young Clara, a special gift and her fanciful dream to a world of sugary confections has charmed generations. Dance Theatre of Tennessee brings this endearing holiday classic with brand new sets and costumes for the first time in Clarksville!
The Dance Theatre of Tennessee brings "The Nutcracker" to Clarksville.
April showers wash out second day of Rivers and Spires
April 16, 2011
Clarksville, TN – The second day of the Rivers and Spires Festival opened on Friday to good weather in spite of rains earlier in the day.
Sadly, the good weather only lasted for half an hour when the first of three lines of rain showers moved through the area. To escape the rain, crowds huddled under whatever dry spaces were available including under the awnings at First Baptist Church, and various business entrances along the streets, and the Roxy Regional Theatre on Franklin Street.
Rivers and Spires Festival attendees take advantage of a break in the rain on Friday
