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City of Temple’s Guide to “Holly Jolly” a Month-Long Holiday Celebration Festivities kick off with Christmas at the Plaza on Saturday, November 29 The City of Temple invites residents and visitors to experience the magic of the season with the return of Holly Jolly, a month-long celebration filled with festive events, sparkling lights, and community cheer throughout December! The holiday season is here, and the City of Temple is ready to celebrate with a month full of Holly Jolly fun! From parades and concerts to lights and community gatherings, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this December. Merry & Bright Holiday Lights 2025 Contest Now Open Show off your holiday spirit, entries for the 4th Annual Merry & Bright Holiday Lights Contest are now open through Friday, December 5! This is your chance to transform your home into a festive display and spread cheer across Temple. Participants will be featured on the City’s interactive holiday lights map, and the winning home will receive a keepsake award from Mayor Tim Davis at the City Council meeting on December 18. To enter your house, visit templetx.gov/holidaylights. Rink on the Rails Temple’s first-ever outdoor ice rink is coming to Downtown Temple! Rink on the Rails will be open from Friday, December 12 through Sunday, January 4, 2026, inviting families and friends to enjoy a truly magical winter experience. Whether you’re lacing up skates for the first time or continuing a holiday tradition, this new attraction is the perfect way to make memories and celebrate the season in the heart of Temple. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased here! Plan your holiday adventure and learn more about all Holly Jolly festivities at hollyjollytemple.com
City of Temple’s Guide to “Holly Jolly”
a Month-Long Holiday Celebration
Festivities kick off with Christmas at the Plaza on Saturday, November 29
The City of Temple invites residents and visitors to experience the magic of the season with the return of Holly Jolly, a month-long celebration filled with festive events, sparkling lights, and community cheer throughout December!
The holiday season is here, and the City of Temple is ready to celebrate with a month full of Holly Jolly fun! From parades and concerts to lights and community gatherings, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this December.
Merry & Bright Holiday Lights 2025 Contest Now Open
Show off your holiday spirit, entries for the 4th Annual Merry & Bright Holiday Lights Contest are now open through Friday, December 5! This is your chance to transform your home into a festive display and spread cheer across Temple. Participants will be featured on the City’s interactive holiday lights map, and the winning home will receive a keepsake award from Mayor Tim Davis at the City Council meeting on December 18. To enter your house, visit templetx.gov/holidaylights.
Rink on the Rails
Temple’s first-ever outdoor ice rink is coming to Downtown Temple! Rink on the Rails will be open from Friday, December 12 through Sunday, January 4, 2026, inviting families and friends to enjoy a truly magical winter experience. Whether you’re lacing up skates for the first time or continuing a holiday tradition, this new attraction is the perfect way to make memories and celebrate the season in the heart of Temple.
Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased here!
Plan your holiday adventure and learn more about all Holly Jolly festivities at hollyjollytemple.com