Town of Williamston holidays and attractions

Christmas Parade . . . . . December 10, 2011 at 3:00 pm

The 2011 theme is "Keep Christ in Christmas". More information can be obtained from parade chairman Walter Smith at 864-847-7929.

2011 Williamston Christmas Parade Registration Form

2011 Parade Winners:

BANDS:

First Place - Wren High School

Second Place - Palmetto High School

MARCHING GROUPS AND INDIVIDUAL WALKERS:

First Place - Pelzer Colts, 8 & under

Second Place - Williamston Girl Scouts 725

DANCE GROUPS:

First Place - Palmetto Dance Team

Second Place - Palmetto Cheerleaders

AMBULANCES AND FIRE DEPARTMENTS

First Place - West Pelzer Fire Dept.

Second Place - Whitefield Fire Dept.

BEAUTY QUEENS 14 & OLDER

First Place - Miss Teen Pickens County

Second Place - Miss Palmetto Homecoming

YOUNG QUEENS & KINGS 13 & UNDER

First Place 8 & Under - Pelzer Colts Queen

Second Place - Pelzer Homecoming Queen

COMMERCIAL:

First Place - Greyhound Pets/Electric City of America

Second Place - Haven of Rest

CHURCHES / RELIGIOUS

First Place - Palmetto Baptist Good News

Second Place - Restoration Chapel

BEST DECORATED 4 WHEELERS, GO CARTS, TRACTORS, & LAWN MOWERS

First Place - 1952 Farmall Super A

Second Place - 1952 Ford 8 N

BEST DECORATED AUTO & MOTORCYCLE

First Place - 80 El Camino

Second Place - 1930 Model A

HORSES:

First Place - Horse & Carriage/Boots & Thelma

Second Place - Pony Cart

2011 Williamston Christmas Parade Registration Form

Christmas Park . . . . . . Month of December

The Christmas Park has been a holiday attraction in the Upstate since 1958 when the Williamston-Pelzer Jaycees first originated the idea as a Christmas parade that stands still. The unique collection of holiday displays and sparkling lights on park buildings draws visitors from all over the upstate and surrounding states to circle slowly along the drive and to walk the paths to view the animated displays. Children are invited to visit with Santa in the Boy Scout Hut. The Williamston Christmas Park is open during the month of December and the public is invited to attend. There is no admission charge. At right is the Covered Bridge decorated for Christmas.

2011 Williamston Christmas Park and Deck the Halls Applications

Christmas Park 2011 winners in the following categories are:

(Judging by Anna Clanton, Owner of G.R.I.T.S & Friends, Williamston)

BEST OF SHOW: Ace Hardware, Williamston
BEST RELIGIOUS: Pleasant View Wesleyan Church, Belton
BEST BUSINESS: Gray Mortuary, Pelzer
BEST ORGANIZATION: Haven of Rest, Anderson
BEST INDIVIDUAL: Lee Cole, Williamston

Deck the Halls . . . . . . Month of December

The long hall of the Municipal Center is filled with decorated Christmas trees each year. Prizes are awarded for the best tree in different categories. Various themes are represented in each tree. Viewing hours are 9:00 am to 8:00 pm daily through the month of December.

2011 DECK THE HALLS WINNERS:

(Judging by Connie Baker, President, South Carolina Florist Association)

BEST OF SHOW - Dining Room by Ellen Harvell of Debra's Designs, Inc.
BEST RELIGIOUS - Williamston First Baptist Church
BEST SECULAR - Beverly & Barry Pack, Williamston
MOST ARTISTIC - Guthrie Grove Church, Pelzer
MOST CREATIVE - Boo in the Park, Williamston
MOST WHIMSICAL - Something Unique Florists, Williamston
HONORABLE MENTION - Pelzer Heritage Commission

Mineral Spring Park . . . . Activities year round

The park offers visitors and residents a place for relaxation and family gatherings. The park grounds include a playground area, picnic shelters, tennis courts, a covered bridge, and an amphitheatre. The mineral spring, around which the town grew, continues to flow, offering a cool, refreshing drink of water. It serves as a reminder of a historic past and a thriving future for the town.

Brookdale Park

New playground equipment has been added to Brookdale Park.

Photo courtesy The Journal

Spring Water Festival . . . . Fourth Saturday in August

Organized in 1981, the Spring Water Festival continues to grow in quality and recognition as one of the premier festivals in the Upstate. It is known for promoting health and fitness with a Wellness Walk and the Spring Water Run, providing quality entertainment and special children’s activities, an auto show, crafts show, exhibits, delicious food and wonderful souvenirs. Each year, on the fourth Saturday of August, the community joins with thousands of visitors for a day of family fun in the historic Mineral Spring Park. There is no admission charge. Craft vendors are shown at right.

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