Christmas on the Cumberland to open November 22nd

Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville’s Christmas on the Cumberland is sure to create lasting memories this holiday season as thousands experience the captivating displays of over one million lights! Join the City of Clarksville and US Bank as we celebrate Christmas on the Cumberland’s 13th year with a grand opening ceremony, November 22nd at 6:30pm at McGregor Park’s RiverWalk.

The grand opening will feature the official lighting of the Cumberland by Mayor Kim McMillan along with special guests, Channel 4 News Snowbird, and the jolly old man himself- Santa Claus!

“This holiday display is a treat for all our community and just brings a dose of Christmas cheer whenever you go visit or even drive by, said US Bank Community President and District Manager Steve Kemmer and Joyce Norris, the bank’s Senior Community Banking Officer and Vice President, “we are truly blessed in our community and US Bank is proud to serve as sponsor again as a way of saying thank you to Clarksville citizens.”

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 1st, 2012. Admission to the event is free.

Family friendly activities will take place multiple Friday and Saturday nights from 6:00pm-8:00pm. Kids will have the opportunity to visit with Santa, decorate cookies and crafts, and enjoy special performances by local dance academies and choirs. Visit www.cityofclarksville.com for a complete schedule of events.

Christmas on the Cumberland is presented by the City of Clarksville and US Bank and is sponsored by The Leaf-Chronicle, Lamar Advertising, Clarksville Family Magazine, and WJZM.
For a more information about Christmas on the Cumberland, please visit www.cityofclarksville.com or call 931.645.7476.