Photos: Welcome back Christmas
Published 10:24 am Saturday, November 25, 2017
- Santa Claus waves to people as he passes on the way to the lighting ceremony for Christmas in the City Friday night.
Photos by Eric Johnson/photodesk@austindailyherald.com
Christmas made its official return to Austin Friday night with the Christmas in the City kickoff.
Like in most years, Santa Claus led the annual parade down Main Street where he officially lit the downtown lights.
Despite a little rain, the turn out good and jolly.
Little 22-month-old Ian Bain watches as Santa Claus walks by with Kari Bain, left, and Sarah Bain, right. Behind them stands Eric Bain.
Dylan, left, and Jeremy Miller color hands to hang from a Christmas tree sponsored by the Zonta Club. Kids were encouraged to write on the hands positive things hands are used for.