Cullman County Parks and Recreation Director Kenneth Cornelius said the ribbon cutting, which took place Thursday, Nov. 20, was wonderful this year with much support from the community. “We had (Cullman County) commissioners, council members and other leaders from all over our great city and county it was a huge crowd to kick off our opening of the Sportsman Lake Winter Wonderland,” he said. “This is going to be the best and biggest year yet. We have added some new displays throughout the park while keeping the old-fashion favorites.” Cornelius said everyone needs to come and see if they can pick out the new additions. “We are looking for over 12, 000 visitors hopefully this year with all the Christmas spirit we have here in Cullman to offer our citizens and others across our great state,” Cornelius said. “I have worked with (Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism Executive Director) Nathan Anderson to help each of our attractions become better each year. We have a magical place here in Cullman County and we take it to another level at Christmas.” Cornelius wanted to thank the Winter Wonderland sponsors Visit Cullman, Havoline Xpress Lube, Jack’s Western and Outdoor Wear, RusCorr and Traditions Bank. Admission is $10 per car or $20 per bus. In addition to the drive-through light display, attractions include the Christmas train, horse and carriage rides, snow machine, photo booth, hot chocolate and more. This year, attendees will be also able to enjoy an all-in-one experience at Christmas at the Grotto, Cullman Christkindlmarkt and the 23rd annual Winter Wonderland Christmas Light Display at Sportsman Lake Park. Cullman Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism; Cullman County Parks and Recreation; and the Ave Maria Grotto have joined forces to offer a free shuttle service attendees can use to move among these amazing Christmas destinations. Dates and times will be the same and shuttles will connect all three events. The free shuttle service will be available from 4: 30-9: 30 p. m. 23rd Annual Winter Wonderland Christmas Light Display at Sportsman Lake Park Nov. 22-23, Nov. 28-30, Dec. 3-7, Dec. 10-23, Dec. 26-28 (Christmas lights only) | 5-9 p. m. | Last day for train rides is Dec. 23 Sportsman Lake Park is located at 1544 Sportsman Lake Road NW, Cullman. For more information, call 256-734-3052.
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Winter Wonderland: ‘This is going to be the best and biggest year yet’
