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10/01/2026 3:55 pm
Put on your ugliest holiday sweater and sleigh your way to Pullen Park After Dark: Merry & Bright — a magical evening just for grown-ups at Pullen Park to kick off the holiday season.
Stroll around the shimmering lake and take in the dazzling lights
Dance under the stars to live music on the event lawn
Ride the carousel (we’ve got a reindeer!)
Take a lap on the holiday train
Play some reindeer games
Make a holiday craft
Visit the North Pole and more!
Beer and wine will be available for purchase from Crank Arm Brewing Company, and food and hot chocolate will be available for purchase from the Pullen Café.
Tickets go on sale Friday, Oct. 2, at 10 a.m. via RecLink. Space is limited, and tickets will not be available through any other outlets. This is a 21-and-up event.
Details
Location: Pullen Park Date: Saturday, Nov. 21 Time: 6:30 - 9 p.m. Ages: Ages 21 and older only - No children or infants admitted Cost: $20 Buy Tickets via RecLink