Reindeer Fun Run

Saturday, December 1 
Downtown Aberdeen

The Reindeer Fun Run is a FUN community event for everyone from serious runners to recreational walkers, families, and pets. Join in the holiday cheer with the 5k Fun Run/Walk, 12ks of Christmas and the Kids 800m Egg Nog Jog. The Reindeer Fun Run is part of TeamGreen Charities, and is proud to donate 100% of proceeds collected to the Boys & Girls Club of the Sandhills. Fees and times may vary, visit  reindeerfunrun.com for more information.  

Tree Lighting

Thursday, December 6 
6:15 p.m. 
The Depot in Historic Downtown Aberdeen

Witness the lighting of the Christmas tree and the arrival of Santa with special performances. Enjoy light refreshments while listening to “Twas the Night Before Christmas.”  

Supper with Santa

Friday, December 7 
6:00 - 7:30 p.m. 
Aberdeen Recreation Center
Children $5, Adults $10, Non-resident Adults $15

Join the Aberdeen Parks and Recreation Department for a catered dinner from Texas Roadhouse, holiday crafts, and watch Frosty the Snowman as you hang out with Santa! Tickets are on sale at the Aberdeen Recreation Center.

Christmas Parade 

Saturday, December 8 
11:00 a.m. 
Historic Downtown Aberdeen

Parade registration deadline is December 1st. Forms can be found  here or contact Aberdeen Parks and Recreation at 910-944-7275.  

Old Fashioned Christmas

Thursday, December 8
1:00 - 5:00 p.m. 
Malcolm Blue Farm

The farmhouse will be open and decorated in the fashion of the period. Music and light refreshments will be provided. The pack house will be open with children’s activities such as letters to Santa with feather pens and making bird feeders. The museum will also be open to visitors. Come celebrate Christmas, in the spirit of the 1820s!

Malcolm Blue Farm is located at 1177 Bethesda Road.