www.yukoncc.com Christmas in the Park Yukon’s “Christmas in the Park” began
in 1995 with a short holiday drive through a handful of colorful exhibits and has grown
“Christmas in the Park” is located just
fi ve minutes west of Oklahoma City. Located and visible from I-40, it is a wonderful stop
houses with delightful animated displays.
• Additional quality yuletide activities in Yukon throughout the Holiday Season.
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to over 125 fantastic visual displays, 100 acres of illuminated magic and more than a million twinkling lights. The City of Yukon begins preparing for “Christmas in the Park” in early September. It is a combined effort of Santa’s elves from several city departments. It’s a breathtaking experience, whether by car, on foot or by horse-drawn wagon ride. This fantastic holiday light display will surely become your favorite. It opens annually the Saturday before Thanksgiving and concludes on New Year’s Eve. Be delighted from 6-11 p.m. nightly.
With wonderful sponsors and donations
merrily accepted from holiday visitors, “Christmas in the Park” continues to grow each year as new displays are added for visitor enjoyment. Every new season offers a fresh and delightful trip through a magical wonderland of yuletide fun.
for holiday travelers or families and friends searching for the best light display Oklahoma has to offer. Don’t miss out!
Yukon’s three lighted parks are great
for tour buses, church groups or anyone searching to really “jazz” up their holiday experience. Costumed Christmas characters, a merry refreshment stop or a “bright” and dazzling guided tour can be arranged if your group desires a magical touch to your special evening. Arrangements can be made by calling Yukon Parks and Recreation at (405) 350-8937. Make plans early for the best date and time.
Yukon’s “Christmas in the Park” is
one of Central Oklahoma’s favorite and brightest Christmas attractions!
• Millions of lights plus quaint village
Iron Thistle Scottish Heritage Festival Iron Thistle Scottish Heritage Festival and Highland Games,
presented by the United Scottish Clans of Oklahoma is held the last full weekend in April. Graciously sponsored by the Kirkpatrick Family Fund and the City of Yukon, it is held at the Kirkpatrick Family Farm near Garth Brooks and Vandament in Yukon. Celtic music, heavy athletic competition, games for children, and lots of shopping and good food promises an enjoyable day for all. For more information visit uscoscots.org.
• Opening of the park includes the “Chill Your Cheeks” Fun Run/Walk and the Kris Kringle Karnival.
• Water light displays twinkle between illuminated bridges.
• Friendly volunteers in the park and Santa’s favorite restaurants await your visit!
• Several park entrances to make your visit a quick stop or a longer experience, but you won’t want to miss a single display!
• Trails of lights make for the ultimate fun walking experience!
Located at these three City Parks:
Yukon City Park, Jim Watson Drive off of S. Holly Avenue; Freedom Trail Park, 2220 S. Holly Avenue; Kathryn Kroutil-Wright Chisholm Trail Park, 500 W. Vandament
For more information on “Christmas in the Park”, call 350-8937 or 354-7208