Snopelika is Opelika’s official kick-off event for the Christmas season. This is an annual community event, which kicks off the Christmas season in Opelika with artificial snowfall and tree lighting. It will be at the Courthouse Square on Friday, December 6, at 5:30 p.m. This is a free event for all. 

Parade Starts | 5:30 p.m.

Opelika's annual Christmas Parade kicks off the Snopelika Festivities! Local citizens will gather all throughout the downtown streets for the evening parade to see 90+ parade entries. Different themed floats as well as local marching bands, horses, and vintage vehicles will be included!

Snowfall at Courthouse Square | 6:30 p.m. 

At the conclusion of the parade, Opelika’s Courthouse Square will transform into a snowy winter wonderland, complete with Christmas music, snowball fights, food trucks, picture opportunities galore, and a chance to visit with Santa Clause on the Courthouse steps!

Christmas Tree Lighting | 8:00 p.m.

This Christmas, Opelika is lighting a brand new, 72-foot-tall Christmas tree for the official Snopelika Tree Lighting! The 72-foot-tall tree is the tallest Christmas Tree in Alabama and within a 50 mile radius! Everyone is welcome to gather around and watch as our special guests flip the switch and light the tree kicking off Christmas for the entire town!