Communities Embrace Holiday Festivities Worldwide

Various communities are gearing up for the holiday season with festive events and activities. In Sparks, the 37th annual Hometowne Christmas Parade will feature a 'Cowboy Christmas' theme, with festivities starting December 6 and a parade on December 7. Louisville will host the Bardstown Road Aglow, featuring a tree lighting and cocktail competition. Meanwhile, Jeffersontown's Light Up event offers family-friendly activities like carriage rides and a Santa station. Additionally, Rigby City Library is celebrating its 10th annual Christmas Festival with a tree and wreath auction to benefit library programming. In Sulphur, the Creole Christmas market supports autism therapy through The Missing Piece organization, while European Christmas markets continue to attract travelers with unique crafts, food, and festive atmospheres.