This year, if you’re looking for something entertaining to get you in the holiday spirit, Delta Dental Dickens of a Christmas is returning.
Dickens of a Christmas, which takes place during the first three Friday nights this month, is anticipated to draw tens of thousands of visitors.
Opera Roanoke will perform during the Christmas tree lighting event on Friday.
“It’s exciting because when I think of Dickens and Christmas time, I think of carols, and we’re gonna be presenting traditional carols as well as in-between solos from each of the young artists, featuring contemporary things such as ‘Frosty the Snowman,’ ‘I’m dreaming of a White Christmas’ and things like that, so there’s a little bit of everything for everybody,” Director of Education and Community Outreach Rob Chafin with Opera Roanoke stated.
At 5:30 p.m., they are supposed to begin singing prior to the Tree Lighting Ceremony. There is a planned parade for next Friday.
Favorites like the Water Authority are making a comeback, and there are roughly 75 entrants.
This year, on December 20, there will be a snowless snowball fight in addition to the return of the favorite pet costume contest.
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“The fact that we get to be a part of people’s holiday traditions, whether it’s coming all three Fridays or just for one specific event being able to be part of the story and the community, it’s just really special, and if you haven’t made us part of your holiday traditions, then we hope that you’ll give us a shot,” Director of Marketing and Communications Izzy Post stated.
Dickens of a Christmas is another opportunity to support Roanoke’s downtown businesses.
