The Oxford Festival of Lights Radiates Christmas in 2023

Oxford Festival of Lights

While it’s true that “all that glitters is not gold,” there happens to be one particular holiday event in Calhoun County that is sure to provide a wealth of fun for your family this Christmas. Get ready for the Oxford Festival of Lights to roll out its sparkling red carpet this Friday, November 17th. Located […]

A Hidden Holiday Treasure: The Friendship Santa

Santa Village

As you drive by the Oxford Exchange teeming with holiday shoppers, and then further on past Choccolocco Park, illuminated with its Festival of Lights, you’ll eventually come across a more unassuming–yet enchanting–yuletide delight.  If you were to continue to where Leon Smith Pkwy becomes McIntosh Rd, and go a bit further around the bend, you’d […]

Upcoming Yuletide Events at OPAC

Cousin eddie Christmas Vacation movie

Christmas is quickly approaching, ushering in a sleigh-load of activities that the whole family can enjoy. Residents of Calhoun County can celebrate one particular gem that provides numerous entertainment options during Christmastide–the Oxford Performing Arts Center (OPAC)! Discover all the opportunities to hear Christmas music, enjoy theatrical shows, and watch classic holiday films during the […]

The 33rd Annual Empty Stocking Gala Keeps On Giving

Empty Stocking Gala board

The Empty Stocking Gala is the Calhoun County event to take part in.  After all, it’s not ultimately designed to give the folks that attend it an evening of great food, spirits, and entertainment–although all three of those boxes certainly get checked.  It’s actually an evening to raise funds to provide Christmas gifts for the […]

Top Christmas Gifts of 2021

Top Christmas Gifts

Like the song says “It’s the most wonderful time of the year” but with that comes the daunting task of finding the perfect gifts for your friends and loved ones. We did a lot of research and found something for everyone. Let us provide you some INSIGHT on some of this year’s best presents and […]