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First weekend in December

Santa Day and Tree Lighting

Celebrate the magic of the season at Menahga Santa Day, held each year in St. Urho Park at the C&C shelter. Families gather to enjoy festive caroling, hot chocolate & cookies, and a special visit with Santa himself. Kids can share their wish lists, snap a photo, and head home with a treat bag of goodies.


At dark, enjoy the tree lighting. It’s a fun, often chilly event that captures the spirit of the holidays, perfect for kids and anyone young at heart.


Typical Event Schedule

NOTE: The schedule below reflects a typical lineup of activities. Specific events, times, and locations may change each year. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, please check the official event page for the current year.

SATURDAY

4:30 - 6 pm

Caroling, Tree Lighting, Santa!

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Help out! We need your support.

Volunteering Opportunities

Volunteers are the heart of community events in Menahga. If you’d like to help, you can volunteer through the Menahga Civic & Commerce Association by reaching out through our website, contacting a board member, or signing up when volunteer opportunities are announced. Whether it’s helping set up for an event, assisting during activities, or pitching in behind the scenes, every bit of help makes a difference.

So, why volunteer?

When neighbors work together, great things happen. Volunteering helps bring community traditions to life, supports local businesses, and creates events that families and visitors can enjoy together. It’s one of the many ways people help keep Menahga a welcoming place to live, work, and play.

Event Coordinator

The Santa Day and Tree Lighting event is co-chaired by Melinda Davidson and Holly Roiko. Send a message through our contact page to find out more about volunteering for this event. We appreciate your support!

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