Washington SNOW events this weekend

WASHINGTON — The community’s annual SNOW day returns this weekend, complete with a healthy mix of longtime traditions like the Jingle Bell Run, and newer ones, like horse-drawn carriage rides.

Main Street Washington Director Samantha Meyer said she was excited for the festivities.

“We’re just really excited to invite everybody to downtown Washington to do some shopping, celebrate small business Saturday, visit Santa and start a tradition with your family,” she said.

See below for a list of events in Washington Saturday, Nov. 25.

Small Business Saturday: all day

Breakfast with Santa: 8-10 a.m. at UP Church

Jingle Bell Run: registration opens at 8 a.m., 5k starts at 9 a.m.

The Reason for the Season: Holiday variety show starts at 1 p.m. at the Washington Area Performing Arts Center.

Live Radio Play: starts at 5 p.m. at the library

Square Lighting Ceremony: starts at 6 p.m.

Holiday Lighted Parade: starts at roughly 6:30 p.m. Santa’s House at the library opens, and downtown horse-drawn carriage rides begin, shortly afterward.

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