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The holiday season is officially here, and Montgomery is bursting with festive cheer! From twinkling lights to family-friendly celebrations, there’s no shortage of magical moments happening throughout the city and its surrounding communities. To make the most of this joyful time of year, we’ve gathered a handy list of holiday happenings you won’t want to miss. Keep it close, mark your calendars, and get ready to enjoy everything this great city has to offer during this special season!

Christmas Lights Festival @ Montgomery Zoo

📆 December 2-27, 2025
📍Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Museum
2301 Coliseum Parkway, Montgomery

See the Montgomery Zoo transformed into a Winter Wonderland displaying thousands of sparkling and twinkling lights and festive decorations at Christmas Lights Festival. Take a leisurely stroll, a brisk train ride, or see the lights from atop the Zoofari Skylift Adventure Ride.

Santa and Tree Ceremony at Eastdale Mall

📆Friday, December 5, 2025
📍1000 W Eastdale Mall, Montgomery

Santa Claus will arrive at Eastdale Mall on Dec. 5. and will be there through Dec/ 24. The mall will hold its 2nd annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Dec. 5 from 3-5 p.m. inside with music, free giveaways, and a couple of surprise visits.

Prattville Christmas Parade

📆Friday, December 5, 2025, 7PM
📍Downtown Prattville

Parade will roll out from the Autauga County Courthouse at 7 p.m. Lights, marching bands, dancers, candy, beads and trinkets will be abundant as the parade travels through downtown Prattville, with the jolly old elf himself making a visit. There will be a no parking downtown along South Court Street and Main Streets beginning on Dec. 5 from 3-10 p.m.

A Downtown Dickens Christmas 2025

📆Friday, December 5, 2025 - 5-8PM
📆Saturday, December 6, 2025 – 10AM – 3PM
📍116 E Bridge St, Wetumpka

Join the Wetumpka Area Chamber in collaboration with the City of Wetumpka and Main Street Wetumpka for a two-day community event as we celebrate the annual Christmas Tree Lighting and enjoy a Victorian Christmas in historic downtown Wetumpka!

We hope you are transported to a place that feels like you're in "A Christmas Carol" with period costumes, photos with Father Christmas, authentic vendors, and decorated downtown businesses. 

Holiday Cruise on the Harriott II

📆Friday, December 5, 12, 19, 2025
📍213 Commerce St, Montgomery

Bring your family to celebrate the Holidays with a scenic and festive cruise up the Alabama River. It will be a magical time filled with fun adventure, smooth sailing and safety. Enjoy a delicious dinner and live entertainment as you take in the colors of the season. This is a great way for family and friends to relax, celebrate and create lasting memories together.

Holiday dinner menu includes: 12 oz. Ribeye Steak, Shrimp Cocktail, Mashed Potatoes, Whole Green Beans, Garden Salad, Roll, and Cheesecake for Dessert. Non-alcoholic beverages are also included.

Holiday Dinner - Adult $65 (plus $2.75 fees)
Holiday Dinner Child 3-12 - $37.75 ( $35.00 Price + $2.75 fees)
Holiday child under 3 - $2.00 ( $1.00 Price + $1.00 Fees)

City of Millbrook Spirit of Christmas Festival and Parade

📆 Saturday, December 6, 2025
📍Village Green Park, 3199 Main St, Millbrook

Festival: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Parade: 2:00 PM
Free and open to the public
Enjoy vendors, food, and activities, while the parade will feature various fun floats with loads of candy and other goodies thrown along the route. 

Alabama Shakespeare Festival Holiday Open House

📆 Saturday, December 6, 2025, 10AM to 1PM
📍1 Festival Drive, Montgomery

Kick off the holiday season and step into the magic of Arendelle at ASF! This FREE, family friendly event is packed with fun for everyone!

Featuring arts, crafts, holiday treats, live entertainment, photo opportunities, and a behind-the-scenes set tour of ASF’s 2025-26 production of Disney’s Frozen.

❄️Step into Arendelle: Sneak Peek Stage Tours
❄️Frozen Photo Booth
❄️Photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus
❄️ Letters to Anna & Elsa (and Santa, too!)
❄️Fantasy Face Painting with Abrakadoodle
❄️Holiday Ornament Making
❄️Musical Instrument Petting Zoo with Clefworks & Alabama State University Department of Music
❄️Musical performances by Clefworks
❄️Book Nook & Storytime Corner with Troy University Department of Theatre & Dance
❄️Quiet Zone Arts & Crafts (Snowflake craft, Build your own Olaf)
❄️ArtCrawl with Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts
❄️Hot Chocolate & Treats Bar
❄️Shop unique holiday stocking stuffers at “Wandering Oaken’s Trading Post” featuring local market vendors

This Holiday Open House is FREE and open to the public.

For an extra bit of holiday fun, join in at 2pm for a performance of Disney’s Frozen: The Broadway Musical!

OCA Christmas Tree Lighting & Holiday Celebration

📆 December 7, 2025, 4:30-6:30PM
📍 Cloverdale Park, 2415 W Cloverdale Park, Montgomery

The Old Cloverdale Association invites you to join your family, friends, and neighbors at the 2025 edition of our annual event…

✨Horse-drawn Carriage Rides around the Park!

✨Refreshments provided by the Old Cloverdale Association... and Perennial Restaurant will be onsite with food purchase!

✨There will be holiday crafts for the kids and two bouncy houses for them to enjoy (one for larger children and one for toddlers)!

✨Everyone is invited to enjoy some birthday cake as the OCA celebrates its 60th year in 2025!

✨In the spirit of giving, we will have a collection box for the Heart of Alabama Food Bank; please consider bringing a non-perishable donation!

✨Invite your family, friends, and neighbors, to this annual neighborhood event!

✨Please remember, this is a rain or shine event!

Be sure to join the fun!

Vienna Light Orchestra Christmas Tour 2025

📆 December 9, 2025, 8PM
📍 Troy University’s Davis Theatre, 247 Montgomery St, Montgomery

Vienna Light Orchestra Christmas Tour 2025 is coming to the Davis Theatre for the Performing Arts in MONTGOMERY, AL! Born from the spirit of Vienna, the birthplace of orchestral music and home to some of the most celebrated Christmas concerts in the world, The Vienna Light Orchestra Christmas Tour 2025 is a global concert experience that blends sweeping symphonic sound with theatrical beauty. Join us for this magical holiday experience, over 2,000 flickering candlelights illuminate world-class musicians & vocalists, and a few Christmas surprises along the way—creating a nostalgic atmosphere with the most treasured Christmas Classics. A holiday evening with your loved ones you'll never forget! (Limited Seating - Best Seats Won’t Last!)

Montgomery Art Guild Christmas Art Market

📆 December 12, 13, 14, 2025
📍309 N Hull St, Montgomery

In partnership with the Landmarks Foundation and Old Alabama Town, the Montgomery Art Guild invites everyone to a Christmas Art Market, featuring art, handmade items and gifts from Montgomery Art Guild artists! Entry is free and open to the public. This event will be held in the quaint and cozy Cooper Cottage at Old Alabama Town. Come browse and shop all our artists tables and then stroll through the charming houses and play at the park!

Dates are Friday, Dec 12 (12-7pm), Saturday, Dec 13 (10am-6pm), Sunday, Dec 14 (12 - 6pm). There will be a small reception on Friday from 5-7pm.

Artists interested in being a vendor should contact the art guild at [email protected] for more information. 

Capital City Christmas Parade

📆December 12, 2025 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM 
📍Lower Dexter Park, 29 Dexter Ave., Montgomery

The Annual Capital City Christmas Parade kicks off on Dexter Avenue at 6 PM, with live coverage by WSFA!

Photos with Santa

📆Saturday, December 13, 2025 – 11AM to 2PM
📍 3834 Harrison Rd, Montgomery, AL 36109

Winxx & Tweaks Studio has teamed up with Brittany Gilchrist, owner of Crown Legacy Event Center, to bring the kids a holiday experience they’ll never forget! 

Bring the whole family out for:
🎅Photos with Santa
✨ A special guest appearance
⛄Fun for all ages
🎁FREE parking
🎄Holiday vibes, community love & memories to last forever 

This is a FREE community event — our gift to the city! Let’s make the kids smile, laugh, and believe in a little Christmas magic this year. ❄️

Cousin Eddy’s 5K & Moose Mug Mile

📆Saturday, December 13, 2025
📍1100 Maxwell Blvd, Montgomery

Fire up the RV and grab your leisure suit, it’s time for Griswold-level family fun at Montgomery Whitewater!

Presented by Max Credit Union, choose your holiday chaos: Cousin Eddy’s 5K, a not-so-serious sprint where fuzzy hats and bathrobes are practically required (hose optional). Or the Moose Mug Mile, a one-mile fun run perfect for anyone who hears “5K” and thinks… You serious, Clark?

Stick around after the finish line to sip your post-race beverage (eggnog, anyone) and celebrate the season with the jolliest bunch of runners this side of the nuthouse.

The Nutcracker at Montgomery Ballet

📆Sunday, December 14, 2025
📍201 Tallapoosa St, Montgomery

Experience the magic of the holiday season with Montgomery Ballet’s annual production of The Nutcracker!

This beloved ballet, featuring Clara, the Nutcracker Prince, and the Sugar Plum Fairy, will transport you to a world of enchantment and festive wonder. Perfect for families and ballet lovers alike, this timeless classic is sure to inspire the holiday spirit.

Alabama Governor’s Mansion Holiday Candlelight Tours

📆 Monday, December 15 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30
📆 Thursday, December 18 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
📆 Monday, December 22 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
📍 30 Finley Avenue, Montgomery

This is a FREE self-guided tour that requires a ticket to enter. Tickets will be available at the Governor’s Mansion Gift Shop (30 Finley Avenue Montgomery, AL 36104) and the Sweet Home Alabama gift shop (401 Adams Avenue Montgomery, AL 36104). For questions regarding the Holiday Candlelight Tours, please contact us at: [email protected] or call 334-425-2818.

Joyce Caddell Holiday Pops

📆 Thursday, December 18
📍 Davis Theatre, 251 Montgomery St, Montgomery

A Montgomery holiday tradition returns with sounds of the season from traditional carols to sing-along medleys. Montgomery Symphony Orchestra will welcome The Montgomery Chorale to perform at this year’s Joyce Caddell Holiday Pops.

Tickets: $20 - $62 at montgomerysymphony.org/holiday

🎄 ’Tis the Season for New Beginnings!

If you’re dreaming of a new home for the holidays—or planning to wrap up the year by selling yours—let me, Sandra Nickel, and my Hat Team of Professionals help make your real estate wishes come true. Whether you’re buying, selling, or doing both, we’re here to guide you every step of the way with cheer and expertise.

Give us a jingle at 334-834-1500, and don’t forget to visit https://www.homesforsaleinmontgomeryalabama.com for more information. Let’s make your holiday season merry, bright, and move-in ready! 🏡✨

Thanksgiving is tomorrow, and if you’re reading this, chances are you’re either scrambling or just realizing you’re not quite ready. Don’t panic! With a little planning, smart shortcuts, and a dash of creativity, you can pull off a memorable holiday without the stress.

Here’s your ultimate last-minute Thanksgiving guide:

🍽️Simplify the Menu

When time is tight, focus on big-impact, low-effort dishes. You don’t need a 12-course meal to impress.

Tips:

• Roast a smaller turkey or buy a pre-cooked one: Many grocery stores offer fully cooked or partially cooked turkeys that only need reheating.
• One-pot sides: Think roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or green bean casserole—easy, fast, and crowd-pleasing.
• Skip the fussy appetizers: Cheese boards, roasted nuts, or a simple veggie tray are ready in minutes.

🛒Rely on Store-Bought Shortcuts

There’s no shame in using prepared ingredients—just upgrade them with a personal touch.

Examples:

• Cranberry sauce: Use canned cranberry sauce and jazz it up with orange zest, cinnamon, or a splash of Grand Marnier.
• Stuffing: Boxed stuffing can become gourmet with sautéed onions, celery, and fresh herbs.
• Desserts: Pre-made pies or cookie dough are time-savers—serve with whipped cream, ice cream, or a drizzle of caramel to make them feel homemade.

🤝Make Cooking a Team Effort

If you have family or friends helping, delegate strategically:

• Someone can prep salads, set the table, or fold napkins.
• Others can chop vegetables or monitor oven timing.
• Even small tasks add up and free you to focus on the main dishes.

🌸 Set a Stress-Free Table

A festive table doesn’t have to be complicated:

• Use seasonal elements like pumpkins, gourds, or simple greenery.
• Cloth napkins or colorful paper ones with twine look elegant without much effort.
• Arrange the serving dishes buffet-style to make it easy for guests to serve themselves.

🥂Quick Fix Drinks

Keep beverages simple but festive:

• Sparkling water with a splash of cranberry or pomegranate juice looks fancy.
• A simple punch with soda, juice, and frozen fruit can double as a centerpiece.
• Wine or cider? Pour it in a large pitcher so guests can help themselves.

⏱️Don’t Forget Time-Saving Cooking Hacks

• Roast veggies at high heat: 425°F for 20–30 minutes gives caramelized, flavorful results.
• Microwave potatoes to speed up mash-making.
• Use slow cookers for sides like stuffing, mac and cheese, or gravy.

💛Focus on Gratitude, Not Perfection

Thanksgiving is about connection, not perfection. Guests won’t remember if the rolls were slightly overdone or if the pie crust cracked—they’ll remember the laughter, the warmth, and the shared moment.

Last-Minute Checklist:

✅ Buy a pre-cooked turkey or smaller bird
✅ Pick up pre-made sides or shortcuts
✅ Assign helpers for prep and setup
✅ Decorate simply with seasonal touches
✅ Prepare a simple, festive drink
✅ Keep the focus on gratitude

Even at the last minute, Thanksgiving can be joyful, easy, and delicious. With a few smart shortcuts, teamwork, and a relaxed attitude, you can enjoy the day as much as your guests.

Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🍁

🏡 Thinking about a fresh start this season?

If you’re also considering making a move or preparing for the new year, let me, Sandra Nickel, and my Hat Team of Professionals guide you every step of the way. Whether you’re buying, selling, or doing both, we’re here to make your real estate journey smooth, stress-free, and successful.

📞 Call us today: 334-834-1500
🌐 Explore your options: homesforsaleinmontgomeryalabama.com

The holiday season is upon us once again, and it brings a wonderful reminder of how much we have to be grateful for. While many of us will spend this time surrounded by warmth, family, and celebration, there are folks right here in our community won’t be as fortunate. The good news is, we can all lend a hand.

Whether it’s donating food, sharing gifts, or volunteering your time, even small acts of kindness can brighten someone’s holiday.

To help you get involved, here’s your 2025 guide to places in the Montgomery area where you can volunteer or make meaningful donations:

🎁 The Salvation Army of Montgomery, AL

The Salvation Army continues to live out its mission that “we’re better together,” working year-round to serve the most vulnerable in our community. During the holidays, countless families struggle to afford meals or gifts for their children.

You can make the season brighter by:

🎄Donating to the “Give Joy” holiday program
📦Volunteering to help distribute gifts and holiday meal boxes

Your generosity can provide joy—and relief—to families who need it most.

🧡 Hope House Montgomery

Hope House is all about lifting up children and families in some of Montgomery’s most underserved neighborhoods. They pour their hearts into programs like after-school reading mentorship, community cleanups, and youth development—all designed to help kids grow and neighborhoods thrive. (hopehousemontgomery.org)

Ways to help:

• Volunteer as a Reading Buddy
• Donate supplies
• Join community events

🎄 HandsOn River Region

HandsOn River Region connects volunteers with those who need help most. One of their most well-loved efforts, the Christmas Clearinghouse Project, allows you to adopt a local family for the holidays.

You can give back by:

🎁Adopting a family and providing gifts or essential items
🧺Building a care basket of everyday necessities not covered by food stamps or public assistance
💵Making a monetary donation if you're short on time

Every contribution goes directly toward lifting up families right here at home.

🏠 Friendship Mission

Friendship Mission is dedicated to helping individuals experiencing homelessness gain stability and rebuild their lives. Volunteers and donors play a crucial role in their success.

You can support their mission by:

🎬Hosting a movie night or game-day meal
📝Teaching life skills such as time management or budgeting
📖Tutoring children or adults preparing for their GED
🎨Leading fun activities like bingo or craft sessions
🎁Donating essentials or gifts

Your compassion helps transform lives—and futures.

👵 Montgomery Area Council on Aging (MACOA)

MACOA serves seniors across the River Region, offering critical programs aimed at improving quality of life for older adults. Their hallmark program, Meals on Wheels, delivers hot, nutritious meals to over 400 seniors who can’t prepare their own food.

Beyond nutrition, volunteers provide:

💛Daily wellness checks
💬Friendly conversation and companionship

With over 200 seniors on the waiting list, MACOA urgently needs volunteers. Just a few hours a month can make an immeasurable difference.

🥫 Heart of Alabama Food Bank

The Heart of Alabama Food Bank works daily to combat hunger in the River Region.

Their mission is simple but powerful: “To source, acquire, and distribute nutritious food to those experiencing hunger and food insecurity so families, seniors, and children can thrive.”

A single $1 donation provides five meals, making monetary contributions incredibly impactful. You can also volunteer to sort, pack, or distribute food to local partner agencies.

🏘️ Mid Alabama Coalition for the Homeless (MACH)

A nonprofit organization founded in 1996 to coordinate homelessness services across Montgomery, Autauga, Bullock, Lowndes, and Elmore counties in Alabama. Their mission is to “evaluate needs, facilitate solutions, and seek resources” to end homelessness in the River Region. MACH operates key programs like street outreach, housing assistance, and the required HUD‑designated Continuum of Care for their region. They envision a community in which everyone impacted by homelessness “lives fulfilling lives supported by a community that cares.

⭐ As has been our custom for 15 years or more, the Hat Team is proud to partner with MACH in collecting blankets, scarves, hats, coats and gloves. 

Drop them off any day Mon-Fri 8:30am-5:00pm at our office, 1067 Woodley Rd.

Tips for Maximizing Impact

⏰Give your time and skills: Monetary donations are powerful, but volunteering amplifies your impact and builds relationships.

👥Involve your community: Encourage your workplace, church, or friend group to host a drive or volunteer day.

🔁Stay consistent: Even small, recurring contributions (monthly or quarterly) help nonprofits budget and plan.

📣Spread the word: Share these organizations on social media, write letters, or bring them up in conversations — raising awareness matters.

🧡Final Thoughts

The holiday season is about gratitude, compassion, and community—and every act of giving creates a ripple of hope. Whether you donate, volunteer, or support these organizations in another way, you’re helping make Montgomery a brighter place this holiday season.

🏡If you’re also thinking about making a move this season or preparing for the new year, let me, Sandra Nickel, and my Hat Team of Professionals guide you every step of the way. Whether you’re buying, selling, or doing both, we’re here to make your real estate journey smooth, stress-free, and successful.

📞 Call us today at 334-834-1500
🌐 Explore your options at: https://www.homesforsaleinmontgomeryalabama.com
 

Let’s make this holiday season one of giving back and moving forward!

Honoring our heroes

Buying a home is always a big decision — but for our military families, who often move every few years, it can feel like an even bigger one. Whether you’re stationed at Maxwell-Gunter Air Force Base or transferring into the River Region, finding that perfect home in Montgomery takes a little planning and a whole lot of heart.

🏡 Do Your Homework Early

Before those moving boxes pile up, start digging into the neighborhoods around Montgomery. Take a drive through Cloverdale, Pike Road, or East Montgomery to get a feel for the vibe. Not yet in town? Check out listings online and make yourself a “must-have” list — things like a fenced yard for the dog, a short commute to Maxwell, or a good school zone for the kids.

Keep an eye on how long homes stay on the market and whether prices are shifting. A little research now will save a lot of stress later when those PCS orders come through!

💬 Find Your Community

Military life can make it tough to put down roots — but Montgomery’s got a way of making folks feel right at home. Look for neighborhoods that bring people together.

If you’ve got kids, November is a wonderful time to settle in and meet other families around Montgomery. From waving flags at the Veterans Day Parade downtown, to catching a crisp fall football game at Alabama State or Faulkner University, to walking through Blount Cultural Park as the leaves turn, there’s no shortage of ways to connect. Many local churches and community centers also host Thanksgiving drives and holiday events where families can volunteer together and honor those who serve.

As we celebrate our veterans and give thanks this season, you’ll be reminded that good ol’ Southern hospitality runs especially deep here in the Heart of Dixie.

Click HERE for more info on The City of Montgomery’s Veteran’s Day Celebration!

🎖️ Military Incentives & VA Benefits

Y’all have earned some well-deserved perks! Many local builders and developers around Montgomery offer special incentives for active-duty and veteran buyers — from help with closing costs to complimentary landscaping services during deployment.

And don’t forget about the VA Home Loan — it’s one of the best tools out there for military families. Certain active-duty service members, and qualifying surviving spouses are eligible for VA-guaranteed loans with benefits like no down payment, no private mortgage insurance (PMI), and often better interest rates.

If you have a service-connected disability (especially high %), check the county tax assessor’s office in Montgomery County (or relevant county) for what local exemptions apply.

It is prudent to always ask about any available extras for active military and veterans.

🧭 Partner with a Military-Friendly Realtor

Military families know that time is precious — and having a real estate pro who understands your lifestyle can make all the difference. That’s where Sandra Nickel and her Hat Team come in. Sandra’s a Certified Residential Specialist who’s been helping Montgomery families find their dream homes for decades.

The Hat Team will fill you in on everything from school zones and commute times to neighborhood safety and local events. Whether you’re buying your very first home or transitioning back to civilian life, Sandra and her team will treat you like family — because here in Montgomery, that’s just how we do things.

❤️ Thank You for Your Service

This Veterans Day, we salute all who have worn the uniform — and the military families who stand beside them — here in Montgomery and across the country. Your courage, commitment, and sacrifice make our community stronger every single day.

If you’re ready to make your next move, call Sandra Nickel and the Hat Team at 334-834-1500, or visit homesforsaleinmontgomeryalabama.com

🏡 Welcome Home to 734 Stableway Road — a Move-In Ready and Fully Loaded Home in Sought-After Bridle Brook Farms! 

MLS #581416 • 3 beds • 2 baths • 1,630 sq ft

It’s here — the one you’ve been waiting for! Ready for its new owner (that’s you!). This home checks all the boxes: location, school district, and price! Welcome to 734 Stableway Rd in the sought-after Bridle Brook Farms subdivision of Pike Road — yes, it’s the one with the freshly painted bright blue shutters! Inside, you’ll love the open layout that connects the kitchen and living room, so no one ever feels left out. Each bedroom offers great space and generous closets, while the primary suite impresses with two walk-in closets, dual vanities, a separate shower, and that relaxing garden tub we all dream of. Step outside and enjoy the fully fenced backyard — spacious enough for everyone, yet easy to maintain. Or take a short walk to the community amenities: a stocked lake, swimming pools, tennis courts, a clubhouse, and a playground — all yours to enjoy without the upkeep! And now for the icing on the cake… all appliances, HVAC, and roof are less than 10 years old!! Honestly, folks, this one’s a catch!

Want to See It Live?

🔑Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor, Ali Bertschy
📆 Book a showing today
📞 Contact us at (334) 834‑1500 or fill out the form below
✨ Let us help you imagine your next chapter at 734 Stableway Road! 

As the air turns crisp and the🦃🎄holidays draw near, Montgomery is brimming with reasons to get out and celebrate! November brings an incredible mix of local flavor, heartfelt tributes, festive traditions, and unforgettable entertainment. There is something for everyone to enjoy this November in Magnificent Montgomery!

9^th Annual Wing Festival

📆Saturday, November 8^th, 11AM to 12:30PM
📍3407 Pelzer Ave, Montgomery

Whether you’re a fan of mild, spicy or EXTRA hot wings, you don’t want to miss the 9th Annual YMCA Wing Festival! This is the ultimate celebration of flavor, fun and community! $15 to sample all the wings from the different teams. Get your wing squad and get ready for a great event to benefit the YMCA programs and camps!

Veterans Day Celebration / Parade

📆Nov 9–15, 2025 for Veterans Appreciation Week
📍Various city venues including Montgomery Zoo & Mann Wildlife Learning Museum and other public areas in Montgomery.

📆Nov 11, 2025 Schedule:
Veterans Day Parade: Downtown Montgomery (10 AM - 11 AM)

Marching bands, military units, veteran organizations, and more will showcase their patriotism and support for our veterans.

Resource Fair: Riverwalk Stadium (11 AM - 12 PM)
Connect with organizations offering valuable resources and support services tailored to veterans' needs.

Ceremony: Riverwalk Stadium (12 PM - 1 PM)
A solemn ceremony to express our gratitude and pay tribute to the sacrifices of our veterans.

15^th Annual Riverwalk Wine Festival

📆Friday, November 14, 2025, 6-9PM
📍300 Water Street, Montgomery

Indulge in an evening of elegance along the Riverwalk with:

• Wine Samples from Top Regional & Local Wineries
• Delicious Bites from Food & Specialty Vendors
• Live Jazz Music

Whether you're a wine lover or just looking for a perfect night out, this event offers something for everyone. Don’t miss this unforgettable experience - purchase tickets HERE. 

The Shoppes at Eastchase 11^th Annual Magical Christmas Parade

📆Friday, November 21, 2025 at 5-8PM
📍7274 Eastchase Pkwy, Montgomery

Bring the entire family out to help welcome Santa to The Shoppes + enjoy a tree lighting ceremony!

During + following the parade, families can enjoy:

• Glow cotton candy
• Balloon twisting
• Photo booth
• Face painting
• Live band
• and maybe even a little snow!

The Magic of Motown
📆Saturday, November 22, 2025
📍Montgomery Performing Arts Centre, 201 Tallapoosa St, Montgomery

A tribute concert through the hits of Motown — featuring music by artists like Diana Ross, Smokey Robinson, The Supremes and more.

Whoville Holiday Market
📆Saturday, November 22, 2025 - 10:00 am-5:00pm
📆Sunday, November 23, 2025 10:00am-4:00pm
📍Garrett Coliseum, 1555 Federal Dr, Montgomery

A holiday shopping market with over 175 vendors, pictures with Santa & the Grinch, free parking — great for early holiday shopping.

6^th Annual Winesgiving

📆Saturday, November 22, 2025, 10AM to 1PM
📍Taste – at Hampstead, 5251 Hampstead High St #100, Montgomery

It’s back—and bigger than ever! Join in for the 6th Annual WinesGiving with 75+ wines to sample and endless options to stock up for your holiday table (or gift list). Whether you’re shopping for pre-holiday gifts or treating yourself, this is the event you don’t want to miss. After all—who doesn’t want wine for the holidays? 

Cirque Dreams Holidaze in Montgomery

📆Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 8:30PM
📍Montgomery Performing Arts Centre, 335 Tallapoosa St, Montgomery

CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE lights up the stage in this popular and dazzling family holiday spectacular. This annual tradition wraps a whimsical, Broadway-style musical infused with contemporary circus artistry into the ultimate holiday gift for the entire family! Get your tickets HERE.

The Annual Turkey Day Classic Parade

📆Thursday, November 27, 2025, 8 to 11AM
📍Dexter Ave, Montgomery

The Annual Turkey Day Classic Parade will kick off at 8 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 27, on Dexter Ave., in downtown Montgomery.

More than 160 campus organizations, businesses and churches traditionally participate in the annual Turkey Day Parade, and this year's Parade is expected to be bigger and better.

Turkey Day Classic – ASU vs TU
📆Thursday, November 27, 2025, 2PM
📍Hornet Stadium at Alabama State University, 915 S Jackson St, Montgomery

2025 Turkey Day Classic & the last home game of the season! 

5K Gobble Wobble Run/Walk
📆Friday, November 28, 2025
📍1 Festival Plaza, Montgomery

The 5K Gobble Wobble is an event created by Move Montgomery to promote wellness in the River Region by encouraging Montgomery residents to live healthier, happier lives. The run/walk will allow participants to exercise at their own pace while staying healthy and having fun!

Registration for the event is FREE!  Run t-shirts will be provided to the first 400 registrants to pick up their race registration materials.

​Small Business Saturday
📆Saturday, November 30, 2025

🏡 Welcome Home to 3455 Wellington Road - a Cloverdale/Idlewild Diamond in the Rough!

MLS #580973 • 4 beds • 2 baths • 2,038 sq ft

Great opportunity to make this diamond in the rough shine again. With a little TLC, this home could once again be a wonderful place to live and entertain. Open kitchen with granite countertops was updated a few years ago. Great laundry/utility room has plenty of storage. Main bedroom and bath are on one end of house, and other 3 bedrooms and guest bath on opposite end, providing privacy and separation. Rear deck (needs to be rebuilt) can once again be the perfect place for grilling and relaxing. Quiet street, and just a few blocks from the park as well as shopping, dining, and entertainment!

Want to See It Live?

🔑Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor, Billy Young

📆 Book a showing today

📞 Contact us at (334) 834‑1500 or fill out the form below

    ✨ Let us help you imagine your next chapter at 3455 Wellington Road!

🏡 Welcome Home to 3937 Elm Avenue — Fully Renovated Patio Home in The Timbers

MLS #580904

2 beds • 2 baths • 1,570 sq ft

Why You Will Fall in Love

Inside & Out: Key Features 

• LIKE NEW throughout – full home makeover from top to bottom!

• Brand new flooring and fresh, modern paint throughout

• Fully renovated kitchen with:

  • Custom cabinetry

  • All new appliances

  • Stunning granite countertops (quartz-like appearance!)

• Both bathrooms fully remodeled from top to bottom

• Flexible floor plan perfect for entertaining

• Versatile front room – ideal as a dining room, home office, den, or potential 3rd bedroom

• Private backyard oasis featuring a sparkling swimming pool

• Beautiful mature trees offering shade and charm

• 2-car carport for convenient covered parking

• Privacy fencing for a secluded, relaxing outdoor space

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Montgomery, Alabama, is rich with history: antebellum architecture, Civil War sites, stories from the Civil Rights era. With all that history come tales of the supernatural. Whether you’re a believer in ghosts or just love a good spooky story, Montgomery has several places you might want to visit — if you dare. 👀 ☠️

🏚️Old Alabama Town & Lucas Tavern
📍 301 Columbus St, Montgomery, AL 36104

Why: One of the oldest buildings in the state. Reports of Eliza Lucas' ghost appearing in doorways.

What to Do:

• Take a guided or self-guided tour of Old Alabama Town
• Visit Lucas Tavern and see if you feel a presence…
• Ask docents about local lore—they usually have a story or two!

🏛️Alabama State Capitol Grounds
📍 600 Dexter Ave, Montgomery, AL 36130

Haunting Highlights:

• Apparitions, especially of a Confederate woman, roaming upstairs offices.
• Unexplained noises, light activity, faucets turning on by themselves, and things out of place.

What to Do:

• Walk the grounds and peek inside if it’s open
• Visit nearby First White House of the Confederacy — also rumored to be haunted

🎓Huntingdon College & The Red Lady Legend
📍 1500 E Fairview Ave, Montgomery, AL 36106

What to Know:

• The Red Lady (believed to be a former student named Martha) haunts Pratt Hall
• Most sightings involve a glowing light in a red hue, an apparition dressed in red wandering the halls and cold drafts

Tip: Be respectful—it's an active college campus. Walk the grounds, especially near Pratt Hall.

🎥 Capri Theatre – Montgomery’s Oldest Operating Movie Theater
📍 1045 E Fairview Ave, Montgomery, AL

Haunted hints:

• Opened in 1941, some claim the theater is home to a long-gone projectionist who still lingers.
• Unexplained footsteps, shadows, and doors closing on their own have been reported.

What to do:

• Catch a classic or horror movie for the full vintage + haunted experience.

⚰️Oakwood Cemetery
📍 829 Columbus St, Montgomery, AL 36104

Why It’s Spooky:

• Final resting place of many Civil War soldiers
• Quiet, eerie vibes at dusk

What to Do:

• Take a peaceful walk before the sun fully sets
• Look for historical headstones and snap a few moody photos (no flash!)

📚The Scott & Zelda Fitzgerald Museum (“The Fitz”)

📍 919 Felder Ave, Montgomery, AL

Frightening Features: As former Montgomery residents, Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald left more than a literary legacy behind. Today, their former home—now The Scott & Zelda Fitzgerald Museum—is a frequent site for paranormal investigations and ghost hunts.

Visitors and staff have reported phantom footsteps, unexplained noises, and chilling cold spots. Some believe Zelda’s tragic death left a lingering imprint on the home. If you’re into literary history and the paranormal, this stop is a must. You might just feel a presence... or catch an echo of Zelda herself.

🛑 Maxwell Air Force Base Area
📍 Restricted Area
Note: You can’t enter the base without authorization, but it’s worth noting:

• Building 1433 is rumored to be haunted by spirits and strange energies. Unexplained smells (burnt electrical smell), sounds, and sometimes people report vivid nightmares connected to their stay there
• Talk to any friends with military ties—plenty of stories have circulated from people stationed here

🕯️Morbid Wonders Haunted Walking Tour
📍 400 Washington Avenue, Montgomery, AL 36104

Paranormal Points of Interest: For those who want an immersive, guided ghostly experience, Morbid Wonders Haunted Walking Tour is a can’t-miss. This official Montgomery tour dives deep into the city’s darker tales as you stroll historic streets under the cover of night. It weaves together first‑hand accounts, chilling legends, and panoramic views of haunted landmarks.

📝 Montgomery’s dark corners and haunted legends are as much a part of its identity as its civic history and architecture.

Whether you believe in ghosts or not, exploring these sites gives you a window into the past — and maybe a chill or two down your spine to make the experience unforgettable.

👻Tips If You Visit

• Be respectful: many haunted sites are also historic buildings; treat them kindly.
• Tours are often the best way to learn both the history and the legends — you’ll get context that makes the haunted stories richer.
• Night tours add to the atmosphere; daytime visits give perspective. Some places are only open or safe at certain times.
• Always check local regulations and permissions before going in or near properties, especially if access is limited.

🎃 Buying or Selling a Home Doesn’t Have to Be Scary! 🕸️🏡

This Halloween season, don’t let the market spook you — let Sandra Nickel and her Hat Team of Professionals work their magic! Whether you're buying, selling, or both, they'll help you navigate the process without any tricks — just treats!

🧙‍♀️ Call today at 334-834-1500
🕷️ Or creep on over to homesforsaleinmontgomeryalabama.com for more info!

No haunted houses here — just boo-tiful homes and frightfully good service! 👻🎩

3155 Wilmington Road, Montgomery, AL  36105

MLS# 580744

3 Bedrooms | 2 Baths | 1,937 Square Feet | South Hull District

This charming, updated South Hull District home is perfect for first timers and would make a great cash-flowing investment property! Great floorplan has spacious living room with big bay window just off entry foyer. Big dining room has cut-out looking into beautifully updated kitchen with butcher block style countertops and newer appliances. Mudroom/utility room off kitchen leads to wonderful fully fenced backyard with lots of shade trees and plenty of room for pets. Three bedrooms and two renovated bathrooms make this one move-in ready! Don't miss the cozy sunroom off the living room with heart pine paneling...a perfect home office, studio, or small den. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout most living areas and nice crown molding for added "pop"!

Marketed by Montgomery AL Realtor, Billy Young, Sandra Nickel Hat Team!