Hatchie Press Christmas Holiday Community Calendar 2025
The following is a listing of Christmas events in and around Hardeman County (and some close by).
Pictures with Santa Claus are highlighted in red.
December
Cash Express is holding its 20th Annual Toy & Coat Drive and is collecting gently used toys, coats, shoes, clothing, and non-perishable food items through Monday, December 15, 2025. Call (731) 658-1957 for more information.
Christmas in the Shadows Christmas sermon series will continue at Porters Creek Baptist Church { 5120 Pea Vine Road Middleton 38052 } every Sunday in the month of December at 11 a.m.
First Metropolitan Financial {1700 West Market Street, Suite D, Bolivar, 38008} is holding a Toys for Tots Toy Drive through Wednesday, December 10, 2025. Please bring new, unwrapped toys and be entered in a raffle drawing for a chance to win a $500 gift card.
Hope Holiday Mart is selling takeout chicken ($25) and steak ($30) dinner plates to raise money for the Hope House. Plate pick up is on Friday, December 5, 2025. You may call or text Andrea Young at (731) 609-9250 to place your order by Monday, December 1, 2025.
Lights on the Lake {14495 US-64, Bolivar 38008} will be held at Sand Beach Lake from Thursday and Friday, December 4 – 5, 2025, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., and Friday through Saturday, December 11 -13, 18-20, and 25-27, 2025, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Entry is free and donations are accepted.
Markowski Christmas Lights {1675 Coburn Road Brownsville, 38012 – worth the drive} will shine brightly every single night through the end of the year. The drive through is free and donations are accepted.
December 1 – 7, 2025
Thursday, December 4, 2025
A Meet and Greet with Santa and Mrs. Claus will be held at Toone City Hall {2005 Highway 138, Toone, 38381} from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
City of Bolivar’s Small Town, Big Christmas Lights on the Lake will be held at Sand Beach Lake {14495 U.S.-64, Bolivar, 38008} from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday, December 5, 2025
Centennial Bank is holding a Christmas Open House {411 West Market Street, Bolivar, 38008} from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Grand Junction is holding a Christmas Tree Lighting at the Old City Hall {150 Tippah Street, Grand Junction, 38039} at 6 p.m. Free hot chocolate will be served. There will also be homemade goodies, Santa games, catfish plates, and more. Festivities will be held at the Wilder Center.
Merry Movie Nights free featurettes will be held at the Luez Theater { 219 North Main Street, Bolivar 38008} at 5:30 p.m. Featured movie is Frosty’s Winter Wonderland.
City of Bolivar’s Small Town, Big Christmas Lights on the Lake will be held at Sand Beach Lake {14495 U.S.-64, Bolivar, 38008} from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Jackson Theatre Guild presents A Christmas Carol at The Ned {314 East Main Street, Jackson, 38301} at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 6, 2025
Backwoods of Bolivar {15085 U.S. Highway 64, Bolivar, 38008} is hosting Breakfast with the Grinch from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The menu includes green pancakes.
Hope Holiday Mart is an event featuring over 40 vendors of crafters, artisans, and food. Proceeds from booth and food sales benefit Hope House for Homeless &/or Abused women & their children along with The Carl Perkins Center. The Hope Holiday Mart will be held in the Wheeler building from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Hooves Hounds Hariballs is hosting Santa Paws is Coming to Town {210 Stevens Road, Bolivar, 38008}, a photo with Santa Paws experience, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The event benefits the Hardeman Adoptable Animals. Call Jess at (731) 433-7319 to make an appointment.
Jackson Theatre Guild presents A Christmas Carol at The Ned {314 East Main Street, Jackson, 38301} at 2 p.m.
The Town of Somerville Christmas Parade will be held at 5:30 p.m. at the Town of Somerville Square { 1 Court Square, Somerville. Santa visits { 13085 North Main Street, Somerville 38068 } are from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
City of Bolivar’s Small Town, Big Christmas will be held around the Historic Court Square and at the Farmers Market from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. People may enjoy balloon artists, carriage rides, face painting, ice skating, live music, miniature golf, train rides, Pictures with Santa from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., and much more!
City of Bolivar will hold its annual Christmas parade at 6 p.m. and will be followed by a Tree Lighting and Kickoff Party at 6 p.m. The Grand Marshall is Dr. Jerry Wilhite.
Jackson Theatre Guild presents A Christmas Carol at The Ned {314 East Main Street, Jackson, 38301} at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, December7, 2025
Christmas in the Shadows Christmas sermon series will continue at Porters Creek Baptist Church { 5120 Pea Vine Road Middleton 38052 } every Sunday in the month of December at 11 a.m. The Long Road Home is the featured sermon.
Jackson Theatre Guild presents A Christmas Carol at The Ned {314 East Main Street, Jackson, 38301} at 2 p.m.
December 8 – 14, 2025
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Porters Creek Baptist Church { 5120 Pea Vine Road Middleton 38052 } is hosting a Ladies 8 Great Gift Exchange at 6 p.m. Bring your favorite finger food and eight (8) similar $5 gifts unwrapped. You will have tons of fun and leave with eight gifts and a full belly!
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
The Bolivar-Hardeman County Library {213 North Washington Street, Bolivar, 38008} is holding a free STEM Club: Santa’s Workshop from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Children, ages six to 13, are invited to use the STEM skills to help Santa’s elves make toys for the Christmas holiday season.
Thursday, December 11, 2025
City of Bolivar’s Small Town, Big Christmas Lights on the Lake will be held at Sand Beach Lake {14495 U.S.-64, Bolivar, 38008} from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Star Inc. presents The Best Christmas Pageant Ever at the Fair Theatre { 114 East Market Street, Somerville 38068 } in Somerville at 7 p.m. Tickets are donation only and may be reserved.
Bellevue Baptist Church Singing Christmas Tree {2000 Appling Road, Cordova, 38016} will be presented at 7 p.m.
Jackson Theatre Guild presents A Christmas Carol at The Ned {314 East Main Street, Jackson, 38301} at 7:30 p.m.
Friday, December 12, 2025
Make Homemade Christmas Villages at the Bolivar-Hardeman County Library {213 North Washington Street, Bolivar, 38008} at 11 a.m.
Mayor Julian McTizic’s Merry Birthday Toy Drive will be held at Bolivar City Hall {211 North Washington Street, Bolivar, 38008} from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Please bring a new, unwrapped toy to help brighten Christmas for children in our community.
Bolivar Holiday Pop Ups { 200 South Main Street, Bolivar 38008 – Old Wheeler building } will be held from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. It is an event featuring vendors of crafters, artisans, and food. Proceeds from booth and food sales benefit Hope House for Homeless &/or Abused women & their children along with The Carl Perkins Center.
City of Middleton will light its Christmas tree at City Hall at 5 p.m. The Middleton High School Band will perform and complimentary cookies, hot cocoa, coffee, and apple cider will be served.
City of Bolivar’s Small Town, Big Christmas will be held around the Historic Court Square and at the Farmers Market from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. People may enjoy balloon artists, carriage rides, face painting, ice skating, live music, miniature golf, train rides, Pictures with Santa from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., and much more!
Merry Movie Nights free featurettes will be held at the Luez Theater { 219 North Main Street, Bolivar 38008} at 5:30 p.m. Featured movie is Frosty’s Winter Wonderland.
City of Bolivar’s Small Town, Big Christmas Lights on the Lake will be held at Sand Beach Lake {14495 U.S.-64, Bolivar, 38008} from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Hardeman County Democratic party is hosting a Christmas Party at the Whiteville Community Center {151 West Main Street, Whiteville, 38075} from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Bring a $20 Dirty Santa Gift (optional) for even more fun!
Chickasaw State Park { 20 Cabin Lane Henderson, 38340 } Lighting of the Park is a live nativity presented by local churches from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Donations are accepted at the exit.
Hardeman County Arts Council { 1580 West Market Street, Bolivar 38008 } presents Believe! at 7 p.m. Purchase tickets.
Star Inc. presents The Best Christmas Pageant Ever at the Fair Theatre { 114 East Market Street, Somerville 38068 } in Somerville at 7 p.m. Tickets are donation only and may be reserved.
Bellevue Baptist Church Singing Christmas Tree {2000 Appling Road, Cordova, 38016} will be presented at 7 p.m.
Jackson Theatre Guild presents A Christmas Carol at The Ned {314 East Main Street, Jackson, 38301} at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 13, 2025
Middleton High School { 138 Florida Avenue Middleton, 38052 } band is hosting Breakfast with Santa from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Tickets are $10. Santa will pose with families for pictures. Come play reindeer games, make crafts, send a letter so Santa, and more. Personalized ornaments will also be available for purchase.
Bolivar Holiday Pop Ups { 200 South Main Street, Bolivar 38008 – Old Wheeler building } will be held from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. It is an event featuring vendors of crafters, artisans, and food. Proceeds from booth and food sales benefit Hope House for Homeless &/or Abused women & their children along with The Carl Perkins Center.
Bee Kind Tea & Coffee {132 West Tennessee Avenue, Middleton, 38052} is hosting Candy Canes with Santa Claus from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Bellevue Baptist Church Singing Christmas Tree {2000 Appling Road, Cordova, 38016} will be presented at 11 a.m., 2:30 p.m., and 6 p.m.
Santa’s Droppin’ In at Stockdale’s { 1675 West Market Street, Bolivar, 38008 } from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Children can meet Santa Claus in person, write a letter to Santa, and feed the friendly reindeer. Indulge in a delicious hot chocolate bar and participate in the Toy Drive for local kids in need. Plus, enjoy 30 percent off all toys while you shop! Bring your Christmas list and get ready for a festive day of fun and giving.
Jackson Theatre Guild presents A Christmas Carol at The Ned {314 East Main Street, Jackson, 38301} at 2 p.m.
Middleton Community Library { 110 Bolton Avenue, Middleton 38052 } will have Pictures with Santa from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. There will also be cookie decorating and crafts for children.
Christmas on the Farm will be held at Sassafras Farms (315 Hill House Road, Toone, 38381} at 1 p.m.
Whiteville will hold its annual Downtown Christmas at the Whiteville Senior Citizen building {136 Mitchell Avenue, Whiteville, 38075} from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
City of Bolivar’s Small Town, Big Christmas will be held around the Historic Court Square and at the Farmers Market from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. People may enjoy balloon artists, carriage rides, face painting, ice skating, live music, miniature golf, train rides, Pictures with Santa from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., and much more!
Merry Movie Nights free featurettes will be held at the Luez Theater { 219 North Main Street, Bolivar 38008} at 5:30 p.m. Featured movie is Mickey’s Christmas Carol.
City of Bolivar’s Small Town, Big Christmas Lights on the Lake will be held at Sand Beach Lake {14495 U.S.-64, Bolivar, 38008} from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Chickasaw State Park { 20 Cabin Lane Henderson, 38340 } Lighting of the Park is a live nativity presented by local churches from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Donations are accepted at the exit.
City of Middleton will hold the Downtown Christmas Parade at 6 p.m. The Grand Marshall is Middleton High School Basketball Coach James Burkley.
Hardeman County Arts Council { 1580 West Market Street, Bolivar 38008 } presents Believe! at 7 p.m. Purchase tickets.
Star Inc. presents The Best Christmas Pageant Ever at the Fair Theatre { 114 East Market Street, Somerville 38068 } in Somerville at 7 p.m. Tickets are donation only and may be reserved.
Jackson Theatre Guild presents A Christmas Carol at The Ned {314 East Main Street, Jackson, 38301} at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, December 14, 2025
Christmas in the Shadows Christmas sermon series will continue at Porters Creek Baptist Church { 5120 Pea Vine Road Middleton 38052 } every Sunday in the month of December at 11 a.m. Children’s Program is the featured sermon.
HardemanCounty Arts Council { 1580 West Market Street, Bolivar 38008 } presents Believe! at 2 p.m. Purchase tickets.
Bellevue Baptist Church Singing Christmas Tree {2000 Appling Road, Cordova, 38016} will be presented at 2:30 p.m. and 6 p.m.
Star Inc. presents The Best Christmas Pageant Ever at the Fair Theatre { 114 East Market Street, Somerville 38068 } in Somerville at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are donation only and may be reserved.
Chickasaw State Park { 20 Cabin Lane Henderson, 38340 } Lighting of the Park is a live nativity presented by local churches from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Donations are accepted at the exit.
December 15 – 21, 2025
Monday, December 15, 2025
The Bolivar-Hardeman County Library {213 North Washington Street, Bolivar, 38008} is hosting free Kids Cookie Decorating at 3:30 p.m.
Thursday, December 18, 2025
City of Bolivar’s Small Town, Big Christmas Lights on the Lake will be held at Sand Beach Lake {14495 U.S.-64, Bolivar, 38008} from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday, December 19, 2025
The Bolivar-Hardeman County Library {213 North Washington Street, Bolivar, 38008} is hosting a Frozen Christmas Storytime at 11 a.m.
The Lee Ola Roberts Library {140 West Main Street, Whiteville, 38075} is hosting Milk & Cookies with Santa at 1 p.m. Enjoy story time, decorating cookies, and pictures with Santa.
Merry Movie Nights free featurettes will be held at the Luez Theater { 219 North Main Street, Bolivar 38008} at 5:30 p.m. Featured movie is The Little Drummer Boy.
City of Bolivar’s Small Town, Big Christmas will be held around the Historic Court Square and at the Farmers Market from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. People may enjoy balloon artists, carriage rides, face painting, ice skating, live music, miniature golf, train rides, Pictures with Santa from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., and much more!
City of Bolivar’s Small Town, Big Christmas Lights on the Lake will be held at Sand Beach Lake {14495 U.S.-64, Bolivar, 38008} from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday, December 20, 2025
The Grand Junction Holiday Pop-Up Shop will be held at the Laffayette Gin {216 Highway 57, Grand Junction, 38039} from 9 a.m to 2 p.m. for you to do last minute Christmas shopping. The Grand Junction Holiday Pop Up Shop featuring local vendors from the Grand Junction area.
Simply Addicted Boutique {100 Warren Street, Bolivar, 38008} is hosting Kid’s Ornament Painting from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
City of Bolivar’s Small Town, Big Christmas will be held around the Historic Court Square and at the Farmers Market from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. People may enjoy balloon artists, carriage rides, face painting, ice skating, live music, miniature golf, train rides, Pictures with Santa from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., and much more!
Merry Movie Nights free featurettes will be held at the Luez Theater { 219 North Main Street, Bolivar 38008} at 5:30 p.m. Featured movie is ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas.
City of Bolivar’s Small Town, Big Christmas Lights on the Lake will be held at Sand Beach Lake {14495 U.S.-64, Bolivar, 38008} from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
CANCELED The Hardeman County Arts Council presents Ronnie McDowell Sounds of the Season at 7 p.m.
Sunday, December 21, 2025
Christmas in the Shadows Christmas sermon series will continue at Porters Creek Baptist Church { 5120 Pea Vine Road Middleton 38052 } every Sunday in the month of December at 11 a.m. Light for Those in Darkness is the featured sermon.
December 22 – 28, 2025
Monday, December 22, 2025
The Bolivar-Hardeman County Library {213 North Washington Street, Bolivar, 38008} is holding an Adult Ugly Christmas Sweater Party and Swap BINGO at 11 a.m.
Santa Claus will be at the Hardeman County Sheriff’s Office to take pictures with children from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Please enter the building through the south entrance by the flagpole.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025
Santa and Mrs. Claus will be at Dollar General {18350 TN-125 South, Bolivar, 38008} from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Crafts, a treat, and hot chocolate will be available. Once in the store, follow the candy cane to the fun!
Christmas Lights Run/Walk at Pleasant Run Creek Park {100 Stevens Roads, Bolivar, 38008} will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Attendees are asked to bring their Christmas cheer and wear something festive and visible. Contact Jennifer Marcum on Facebook Messenger for more informaton.
Fayette Baptist Church {12465 U.S. Highway 64, Somerville, 38068} is hosting a Christmas Eve-Eve Candlelight Service from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Grand Junction United Methodist Church {138 Tippah Street, Grand Junction, 38039} is holding a Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at 5:30 p.m. with special music by Geneen Hughes and Mary Dillon.
First Baptist Church Bolivar {826 West Market Street, Bolivar, 38008} is holding a Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at 6 p.m.
Middleton First Baptist Church {525 North Main Street, Middleton, 38052} is holding a Christmas Eve Candlelight Service at 6 p.m.
Thursday, December 25, 2025
City of Bolivar’s Small Town, Big Christmas Lights on the Lake will be held at Sand Beach Lake {14495 U.S.-64, Bolivar, 38008} from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday, December 26, 2025
City of Bolivar’s Small Town, Big Christmas Lights on the Lake will be held at Sand Beach Lake {14495 U.S.-64, Bolivar, 38008} from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday, December 27, 2025
City of Bolivar’s Small Town, Big Christmas Lights on the Lake will be held at Sand Beach Lake {14495 U.S.-64, Bolivar, 38008} from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
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