Excitement builds in Colorado Springs as the Acacia Park Holiday Celebration marks its festive return this Friday. Kicking off at 6 p.m., this free public event stands as an invitation to all families looking to indulge in a merry evening. Expect a mix of jovial tunes from bell ringers, the chance to capture memories with Santa, and satisfying munches from local food trucks.
At the heart of the celebration, Mayor Yemi Mobolade and Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Services Director Britt Haley will deliver opening remarks, as reported by the City of Colorado Springs. Furthermore, attendees are in for a visually arresting US Figure Skating performance, an undeniable highlight of the evening's events. Following the ceremony, attendees are invited to lace up their skates and join in on the icy fun as Skate in the Park also makes its much-anticipated debut.
The rink will be open for public skating sessions from 4 to 6 p.m., and again from 7 to 9 p.m., Tickets can be conveniently purchased on-site for a flat rate of $13 per session. With an impressive seasonal turnout averaging around 22,000 people, Skate in the Park offers a steady glide into holiday tradition until January 31st. For the little ones under 4, they skate free with a ticketed adult, adding to the event's family-friendly allure.
Support for Skate in the Park doesn't falter, with a sleigh-full of sponsors such as Academy Bank at the helm as the presenting sponsor. Gold-level support comes from names like Metronet and The Gazette, while silver sponsors include Early Connections and others, as illuminated by the official city announcement. Adding to the celebratory atmosphere on Nov. 15, local radio station Sunny 106.3 will be on site with giveaways and live entertainment to enrich the experience for those gathered from 4 to 6 p.m.
For those seeking more details, the evening's full agenda and further information about both the Acacia Holiday Celebration and Skate in the Park are available on their respective Facebook page and website. From capturing photos with beloved holiday characters to basking in the grace of figure skating excellence, the evening promises to be a joyful glue, binding the community together in the spirit of the season.
