Don't miss the excitement! Annual Victorian Front Porch Christmas Tour and the Christmas in Railroad Town, Opelika, AL.

This event has become part of the Christmas festivities for my family. We look forward to it every year. This year it will be held from December 10 - 14, 2008.

"During the Victorian Front Porch Tour visitors may walk or drive through the Opelika Historic Neighborhood, where families lavishly decorate their elegant, restored Victorian homes for the Christmas season and dress in period costume. The event, which has captured national attention and draws up to 10,000 visitors each year, brings the neighborhood to life in full Victorian dress and features Old World decorations that include life-size Santas, carousel horses and other figures designed by local artist Jan Jones. Admission is free and you can drive through the tour, except on Saturday when the streets are closed to cars so that carolers and other entertainment may be provided. For more information, contact the Auburn-Opelika Visitors and Convention Bureau at 887-8747.

Christmas In A Railroad Town, held on the same December weekend with the Victorian Front Porch Tour, transforms Railroad Avenue in Historic Downtown Opelika into a Christmas wonderland and festival. Treats for children include rides on a miniature train and time with Santa and Mrs. Claus as everyone enjoys live music, hot wassail and a variety of holiday treats.

The event is from 6 to 9 p.m. along Railroad Avenue. For more information, contact Opelika Main Street, Inc. at 334-745-0466 or the Opelika Chamber of Commerce at 745-4861."

Hope to see you there!!!!!!!