Alvin M. Keeling 
If the holiday season looks a bit brighter in Boulder City this season, it’s likely because of the smiles on the faces of locals as traditional events return.
This year, many seasonal events are returning after being absent or reduced in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Many will feature a special appearance from Santa, Mrs. Claus and Jingle Cat.
Here is a list of vacation activities happening in Boulder City:
DEC. 2: Hosted by the United Methodist Church of Boulder City, the Luminaria and Las Posadas begin at 6 p.m. at the Boulder City Recreation Center, 900 Arizona St. The festivities will include a live nativity scene and entertainment, including a Christmas carol.
DEC. 3: Dale Ryan and Dyanah Musgrave will light up The Christmas House, 1525 Fifth St., at 5:15 pm Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus and Jingle Cat will help turn on the lights for the first time this year. It will be lit every evening from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. until December 31, except if it is raining or windy.
DEC. 3. The city’s Christmas tree in Frank Crowe Park, 537 Cherry St., will be lit. The festivities include a visit from Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus, as well as Jingle Cat, who will help light the tree lights. There will be shows and the Rotary Club of Boulder City will be serving hot chocolate.
DEC. 4: A Women of Faith cookie sale at Faith Christian Church, 1100 Buchanan Blvd., is doubly sweet as the proceeds from the event benefit St. Jude Children’s Ranch. The sale, featuring freshly baked cookies, will be held from 8 a.m. to noon.
DEC. 4: The Doodlebug Craft Bazaar returns with over 100 vendors showcasing handmade items and holiday decorations. Held in the gymnasiums and on the grounds surrounding the Boulder City Recreation Center, 900 Arizona St., the event will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. It is presented by the Boulder City Community Club, with profits going to local organizations.
DEC. 4: Kids are invited to the Santa Claus Photo Party inside the old gymnasium at the Boulder City Recreation Center, 900 Arizona St., from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. In addition to a photo with Santa Claus, each child will receive a coloring book and a bag of free gifts.
DEC. 4: The streets of downtown will be filled with cars, floats, horsemen and groups adorned with colorful lights for the nighttime Santa Claus electric parade. The parade begins at 4:30 p.m. and travels along Nevada Way to Fifth Street, where it heads south and dissolves into Broadbent Park. Santa and Mrs. Claus will make an appearance at the end of the parade.
DEC. 5: Faith Christian Church, 1100 Buchanan Blvd., will feature Santa at 4 p.m., which will include a visit from Santa, story reading, photo ops, hot chocolate and treats. The cost is $ 5 per person. Register only at www.bcfaith.org.
DEC. 11: The Boulder City Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a community Santa Hat clean-up event from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Meet at the blue bedroom sign on US Highway 93 westbound before Railroad Pass.
DEC. 11: Duffy Hudson returns to the Boulder City Library for a solo performance of “A Christmas Carol” at 3pm. There is no charge to attend the show, which will be presented in the Library’s Community Hall, 701 Adams Blvd.
DEC. 11: Grab your best ugly sweater and head downtown for the Best Dam Wine Walk presented by the Boulder City Chamber of Commerce. More than 25 locations will be showcased and a variety of holiday activities are planned. Check-in at 1308 Wyoming St. is from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and the walk continues until 8 p.m. Tickets cost $ 24 in advance or $ 30 at the door.
DEC. 11: St. Jude’s Ranch for Children will be hosting its 15th annual Night of Lights Holiday Celebration. From 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., the campus will transform into a winter wonderland. Vegas Golden Knights mascot Santa and Chance will arrive by fire truck at 5:45 pm Admission and parking are free; All-inclusive activity bracelets are available and can be purchased online for $ 15 at https://NOL21.givesmart.com or $ 20 at the door. The ranch is at 100 St. Jude’s St.
DEC. 17 and 18: Red Mountain Music Company will present their annual Christmas concert, themed “Star of Wonder” this year, at the Elaine K. Smith Building, 700 Wyoming St. The concert will begin at 7 pm. Tickets are $ 10 for adults and will be sold at the door. Children and students will be admitted free, and children under 5 will not be admitted.
NATIVITY OF THE ANGORA FAMILY: The family tradition, now in its 65th year, is open daily until approximately 10 p.m., weather permitting. It features handmade figurines, lights, and running water and can be found at 1296 Lynwood St. in the Gingerwood Mobile Home Park.
BOULDER CITY SANTA EXPRESS: Friends of Nevada Southern Railway offers tours on historic trains at the Nevada State Railroad Museum, 601 Yucca St., Friday and Saturday evenings, as well as December 21 and 22. Boarding times are 5:15 p.m., 6:45 a.m. and 8:15 a.m. Each ride includes storytelling, hot chocolate, cookies, and a photo op with Santa at Santa’s Railyard. Tickets range from $ 30 to $ 50. For tickets or more information, visit https://nevadasouthern.com/upcoming-events.
CHRISTMAS COLORING CONTEST: The Boulder City Review sponsors its second annual Christmas coloring contest. The photos are printed in today’s newspaper. Just cut them out, color them, and return them by 8:00 p.m. on December 4 to the Boulder City Review office at 508 Nevada Way, Suite 1. The contest is divided into three age categories: 4-7, 8- 12 and 55 years and over. . The winner of each division will receive a $ 25 gift card.
Hali Bernstein Saylor is editor of the Boulder City Review. She can be reached at hsaylor@bouldercityreview.com or 702-586-9523. Follow @HalisComment on Twitter.
