Clarksville is set to kick off its holiday season with various festive events and a captivating drone show at McGregor Park. According to an announcement from the City of Clarksville, the community is invited to gather on November 23 for the second annual Holiday Market, the inauguration of Christmas on the Cumberland, and a debut drone display engineered to light up the winter night.
The daytime will see the Holiday Market starting at 2 p.m., offering attendees a blend of local craftsmanship and global food until 8 p.m. With handcrafted gifts, holiday decorations, and a variety of cuisines, the market serves as a reflection of Clarksville's diverse cultural landscape. Celebrations will also include the grand opening of Christmas on the Cumberland at 5 p.m., set against a backdrop of live entertainment, including dance and caroling performances.
The switch on over one million lights is scheduled to be flipped by Mayor Joe Pitts at 6 p.m., which will signify the commencement of this festive tradition. This illuminated spectacle along the Cumberland Riverwalk will remain accessible to visitors daily until January 2, from 5-10 p.m., Sunday through Thursday, and with extended weekend hours.
Enhancing this year's holiday experience, a high-flying drone show presented by Firefly Drone Shows begins shortly after lights around 6 p.m. The 15-minute aerial display of 200 drones will form a series of Christmas-themed images, including a massive Christmas tree and Santa Claus. Set to holiday music, the drone ballet promises to be a visual feast, soaring up to 300 feet high and stretching 600 feet wide, according to event details provided by Clarksville Parks and Recreation.
