Christmas in Minden wrapped up a successful weekend of holiday events December 12–14, drawing large crowds downtown for seasonal activities, entertainment and community traditions.
The celebration opened Friday night with the tree lighting ceremony at City Hall, followed by multiple events across downtown, including the Holiday Trail of Lights hayride, the Downtown Minden Wine Walk and the Presents on Pearl vendor market.
Mayor Cox addressed the crowd during the ceremony, highlighting the meaning behind the event and the season.
“There’s no better place to be at Christmas than right here in downtown Minden,” Cox said. “The reason we light the tree is to remember the Light of the world, and the Light of the world is Jesus. And I just want to say that I’m proud to be the mayor of a city that is proud that we celebrate the Light of the world.”
Saturday’s activities continued with shopping, museum events and A Hometown Christmas Parade. Weather conditions aligned closely with the parade schedule, with cool temperatures providing a seasonal atmosphere while remaining comfortable for spectators. The parade ended just before a rain storm moved through the area.
Community members and visitors filled downtown throughout the evening for the parade and other festivities, contributing to strong turnout across events.
The weekend concluded Sunday with the Christmas Tour of Homes, hosted by Visit Webster Parish. Organizers said the homes featured on the tour were well received by those who attended.
Christmas in Minden is presented annually as a community celebration bringing together residents, businesses and visitors to mark the holiday season in downtown Minden.
