The City of Summerville will present “Christmas in the Park” this coming Friday, December 10th from 6-9 PM.  In addition to Santa Clause appearing at the park for free photos with children, there will be a Best Dressed Elf Contest, Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest, The Christmas Cookie Smack Down Contest and lots of fun scheduled for the evening.

The Best Dressed Elf contest is open to all elementary aged children and sponsored by Summerville Main Street. Registration for “Elves” entering the contest will be held at the small gazebo in Dowdy Park between 6-6:30 PM. Judging is scheduled for 6:45 PM.

The contest winner will receive a trophy, be named “Head Elf”, and will do the honors of lighting the official park tree. The tree lighting is scheduled for 7 PM.

Free hot chocolate and popcorn will be available in the middle gazebo and free holiday miniature train rides will be offered around the park. The Summerville Fire Department will host a bonfire for crowds to warm up to.

Christmas in the Park is free and the public is encouraged to attend.