Camden, AR - Whether it's strolling through Christmas displays, browsing throughout the city's holiday decor or participating in the many events, Camden has something for everyone this Holiday season. This year's theme really gets into full steam during the first full week of December.
Besides the shopping and great restaurants, there is SO MUCH to see and do in Camden this Christmas with our biggest celebration yet! Enjoy the many Christmas displays and
Photo ops around town, drop your letters at Santa's special mailbox, listen to the Christmas music now playing through downtown speakers, view the amazing entries in the Christmas Window Displays and much, much more!
The week starts off Monday, December 11th 5PM join OCMC Hospice at St John's Episcopal Church (located downtown across from the fire station). The group will go out caroling hospice patients.
Ok teenagers, who's ready to have some Christmas fun???? Starting Monday, December 11th, you can pick up your "Here We Go A Caroling" Scavenger Hunt Card at the Camden Police Department. You will have all week to complete the card. The scavenger hunt can be completed alone or in a team of up to 4 people.
On December 15th, meet us downtown at the Camden Fire Department to turn in your card. While you are waiting to hear the winner announced you will be able to enjoy s'mores by the fire pit.
GRAND PRIZE IS $100 Cash
Tuesday, December 12th 6PM Sounds of the Season Concert – CF beginning band, middle school band, jazz band and high school band. Concert will be held at the Middle School Auditorium.
Thursday, December 14th : Christmas Trivia Night at Jacob's Well Coffeehouse & Bakery.
Get your team (up to 8 players per team) and join the fun for bragging rights! Prizes for top 3 teams.
Friday Evening, December 15th, 6PM Indulge in a sweet celebration! Secure your tickets now for the Festive Fudge Delights - a limited number of spots available.
Don't miss out on the chance to savor delectable fudge creations in a joyous atmosphere. Create your own Christmas tree fudge as well as other Christmas creations that you can use for a gift or keep for yourself. Cost is $30. Call KaBoom Nutrition to sign up.
Saturday, December 16th, join the fun at the Christmas Cookie Swap happening at 1PM at
Jacob's Well Coffeehouse and Bakery. Each person should bring 3 dozen cookies along
with the recipe and bags. Participants will exchange cookies and recipes so everyone goes
home with a variety of cookies.
Saturday, December 16th Santa's Workshop open 12 Noon till 5PM in Garden Oaks
Shopping Center. Bring the kids out to enjoy a great visit with Santa. Photos are available.
All proceeds from photos will benefit the Women's Crisis Center of South AR.
Sunday, December 17th 1PM – 5PM will be the Grinch's Open House at Judy's Flowers in
Garden Oaks Shopping Center. Have a fun afternoon shopping, taking photos with the
Grinch, enjoy Grinch cookies and punch.
Sunday, December 17th 6PM Community Christmas Concert, The Reunion at New Mt.
Hebron Church, 2417 Old Smackover Rd. Special Music Guest: Myrtis Miler, Steven
"Spud" Howard, Pastor Rory Green.
To round out your week be on the lookout for Camden's traveling nutcracker as he makes his way throughout Camden. New clues released each day on his location. Be sure to post your selfie using the hashtags: #camdenstravelingnutcracker #herewegoacaroling #camdenchristmas and be sure to pick up the December small business bingo card from the Camden Area Chamber of Commerce to win a great prize.
For more info on these events and registration forms:
Camden Christmas Events:
870-837-5500
ExploreCamden.com / https://www.facebook.com/explorecamden