Christmas in Brownwood

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Bring your family and friends to historic Downtown Brownwood and enjoy thousands of lights, festive decorations, a lighted parade, photo ops galore and so much more. Brownwood features signature annual holiday events throughout the month of December, filled with joy, lights, and festive fun for all ages

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Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony | Dec. 1

Lighted Christmas Parade | Dec. 3

Sipping Under the Stars | Dec. 5

Yuletide Express | Dec. 5

Christmas Festival | Dec. 5

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Brownwood Lights up for Christmas

Christmas comes to life in Brownwood with a full season of festive traditions and celebrations. Watch the Christmas tree light up, enjoy Christmas on the Plaza, take in the Lighted Christmas Parade, or experience the magic of Christmas Under the Stars. Add in holiday concerts, live performances, holiday markets and festive train rides, and there are plenty of ways to make the season merry. Whether you're coming for a favorite tradition like A Christmas Carol or Handel's Messiah, looking for a festive night out with Sipping Under the Stars, or simply want to soak up the holiday spirit, come make your Christmas memories in Brownwood.

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Sipping Under the Stars

Stroll through downtown, browse local boutiques, and enjoy curated drink samples from regional wineries and breweries.

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Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

Brownwood will officially kick off the Christmas season with the annual Downtown Christmas Tree Lighting on Tuesday, December 1. The community is invited to gather downtown as the Christmas tree is illuminated and friends, families, and neighbors come together for an evening of holiday spirit and hometown cheer. A beloved Brownwood tradition, the celebration offers a festive way to welcome the holiday season. Past celebrations have included music, holiday treats, photo opportunities, and a special countdown to light the downtown Christmas tree. Additional details will be announced as they become available.

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Couple Posing in front of the lighted christmas tree at pat coursey park with hot coco in hand.

Lighted Christmas Parade

Brownwood will light up the night on Thursday, December 3, with the annual Lighted Christmas Parade. Dazzling floats, vehicles, community groups, and local organizations will fill Downtown Brownwood with Christmas lights, music, and hometown holiday spirit. A beloved Brownwood tradition, the parade offers a festive evening for families and visitors to celebrate the holiday season together. The event is free and open to the public, with additional details about the parade time, route, and participating entries to be announced.

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Photo of the lighted christmas parade with floats being pulled by trucks with the streets lined with a crowd looking at the lighted street and parade.

Sipping Under the Stars

Experience the magic of the holiday season in Historic Downtown Brownwood during Sipping Under the Stars, presented by Downtown Brownwood Inc. and Visit Brownwood! Stroll through our charming, illuminated downtown streets for an unforgettable evening of late-night shopping, local tastings, and festive cheer. Perfect for a cozy date night or a holiday outing with friends, this annual tradition invites visitors to sample delicious wines and seasonal craft beverages while exploring unique boutique shops, artisan markets, and local eateries.

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Two women posing for the camera holding wine tastings at the sipping under the stars event.

Yultide Express

All aboard for a timeless holiday journey! Experience the magic of a vintage Christmas at the Lehnis Railroad Museum & Visitor Center during the annual Yuletide Express. Step into a festive winter wonderland where rich rail history meets seasonal holiday cheer. Guests of all ages can take a ride on the mini-train through twinkling light displays, write letters to Santa, enjoy warm seasonal treats, and explore miniature train exhibits dressed up for the holidays. Perfect for families, train enthusiasts, and holiday travelers alike, this cozy evening offering captures the nostalgia and warmth of a true classic Christmas. Gather your family, bundle up, and head to the tracks to make unforgettable holiday memories in the heart of Texas!

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