This beautifully-decorated Christmas tree stands out as the centerpiece of the holiday scene as Huntsville celebrated its annual Lighting of the Square with
Mayor Travis Dotson officially flipping the switch on at Friday’s ceremony.
Photo by Shannon Hahn
The gazebo on Polk Square has been trimmed with Christmas lights, creating an inviting back-drop ideal for taking photos.
Photo by Shannon Hahn
The smile of Zoey Hellyer, 3, illuminates the glow children feel in their hearts for Christmas as her brother, Bryson, 4, runs for joy with the Madison County Courthouse as a backdrop.
Photo by Mark Humphrey
Twisted Trends Boutique was among the downtown businesses staying open late Friday to celebrate the Lighting of the Square.
Photo by Mark Humphrey
Hadley Tinsley, 8, Preslee Tinsley, 7, Bryce Clark, 9, and Wyatt Shadrick, 7, of Huntsville, enjoyed Huntsville’s version of the “Polar Express” during Friday’s Lighting of the Square ceremony.
Photo by Mark Humphrey
The Huntsville High School band performed several Christmas songs during Friday’s annual Lighting of the Square.
Photo by Mark Humphrey
Photo by Mark Humphrey
Huntsville High School Choral Director Sarah Coleman-Gonzales posed with her choral ensemble after they performed Christmas songs during Friday’s Lighting of the Square.
Photo by Mark Humphrey
Huntsville Mayor Travis Dotson returns to the podium after flipping the switch to light the square during the annual holiday kickoff Friday. The mayor was accompanied by city council members, Scott Thomas, Chrystal Lacey and Leslie Evans.