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December 5, 2025
Hallmark Christmas arrives

Henryetta is set to shine brighter than ever this Saturday, Dec. 6, as the community gathers for one of the most festive nights of the season – Henryetta Hallmark Christmas. From 4-9 p.m. at Gazebo Park, families, friends and visitors will be treated to an evening filled with holiday music, live performances, warm community spirit, expanded parking options and thousands of dollars in giveaways, including a $1,000 grand prize.

With cozy lights, nostalgic décor, local talent and classic Hallmark-style charm, this year’s celebration, through the hard work of organizers Kelly Dobson and Valerie Mosco, along with a host of volunteers, sponsors, vendors and organizations, this event promises to be the biggest yet.

— A Full Evening of Holiday Magic

Organizers have packed the evening with entertainment and giveaways from start to finish. Here’s the complete timeline:

Saturday, Dec. 6 • 4-9 p.m.

• 4-4:25 p.m. – Opening Ceremony

• 4:30 p.m. – Frank McManus singing

• 5 p.m. – Giveaway (cash and baskets)

• 5:10-5:30 p.m. – Marcus Whitworth singing

• 5:30-6 p.m. – Christmas music

• 6 p.m. – Giveaway and candle pickup

• 6:30 p.m. – Tree Lighting Ceremony

• 7 p.m. – Giveaway

• 7:10-7:40 p.m. – H-Town Theatre

• 7:40-8 p.m. – Elvis performance by Jayson Scott

• 8 p.m. – Giveaway and thank-yous

• 8:45 p.m. – $1,000 Cash Prize Giveaway (Must be present to win) Each hour brings a new special moment-music, theater, holiday tunes and opportunities for guests to win prizes. The tree lighting at 6:30 p.m. remains one of the most anticipated Hallmark traditions of the night.

— Thank You to the 2025 Hallmark Sponsors & Donors This year’s Hallmark Christmas is made possible by the generosity and community spirit of local businesses, families and organizations.

— Gold Sponsors

• Anchor Financial Services of Okmulgee, LLC

• Checotah Livestock Market

• Devin & Beverly Chancey

• Erick Randleman Ventures

• RWE Clean Energy

• Tate & Lyle — Silver Sponsors

• Byers and Partners

• Henryetta Dental Center

• J&S Heating & Cooling — Bronze Sponsors

• Brent Jenson – State Farm

• Edward Jones (Henryetta)

• Green Country Insurance Agency

• Onshore Quality Control Specialist LLC

• Patrons Bank (Henryetta) — Partners

3 Bears Sales & Rental, Big Tine Landscaping, Arrowhead Outdoors, Kate’s, U-Lock Storage LLC, Green Country Okmulgee, Mackmazing Acres, Jeanie Duncan, Kennedy Lumber, Walmart and additional community supporters. These sponsorships ensure the event remains free, festive and memorable for families from across the community.

— New Parking Options: Preferred & Free With the parade not taking place this weekend, downtown Henryetta has more parking available than ever before.

Preferred Parking is $5, and is located in the Church of Christ parking lot.

All proceeds support the Henryetta Tennis Program and directly benefit student athletes and coaches.

With Main Street clear this weekend, there will be abundant free parking for all guests attending Hallmark Christmas.

Organizers are excited to offer more convenient parking choices and encourage families to arrive early to enjoy the full evening.

— A Classic Hallmark-Style Celebration

Henryetta Hallmark Christmas continues to grow each year, bringing families together for a night filled with:

• Live musical performances

• Local theatre

• Holiday classics

• Candlelit moments

• A beautifully lit Gazebo Park

• Community giveaways

• Basket drawings and cash prizes

• A $1,000 grand prize giveaway at 8:45 p.m. This beloved tradition captures the warmth of the holiday season and brings neighbors together in the spirit of celebration, gratitude and community pride.

— Don’t Miss the Most Magical Night in Henryetta Henryetta Hallmark Christmas is shaping up to be the highlight of the local holiday season. With entertainment, giveaways and the joyful atmosphere of Gazebo Park, it’s an evening made for all ages.

Bring the kids. Bring the grandparents. Bring the holiday spirit. And don’t forget to stay for the $1,000 prize drawing at 8:45 p.m.

Henryetta is ready to celebrate the season-Hallmark style.

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