Christmas Festivities Continue With Carriage Rides, Christmas Trees, and More

The holiday season has already been in full swing in Lawton, with the Holiday in the Park kicking off extra early this year before Thanksgiving. But there are some holiday traditions that even the Christmas-lovers have to wait for December to celebrate.

Despite some complications from earlier this year, some of Oklahoma's favorite Christmas traditions will also be available as long as the weather permits. Here are more Christmas festivities yet to come to Lawton.

Inaugural Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony happening at Lawton City Hall on Dec. 4.

Christmas is arguably one of the most expensive times of year, so anytime you hear the word "free," don't miss out. The Lawton Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce is hosting its Inaugural Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at City Hall.

Not only is the event filled with goodies like delicious hot cocoa and Christmas cookies, but it is also completely free and open to the public, as well. The first 20 guests to arrive will be able to take advantage of goody bags and get a front-row seat to the ceremony.

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Bring the kids along to write a letter to Santa at their special station set up on the day of the event.

Carriage rides continue for the Holiday in the Park celebration in Lawton.

Despite the missing horses in this year's Christmas parade in Lawton, the carriage rides are still happening every weekend with LCD Carriage rides from Rush Springs. Starting December 8, families will be able to enjoy the lights on a magical ride every Wednesday to Sunday, weather permitting.

Another place that is not allowing horses in their parade this year is Altus, Oklahoma. But they will have another family favorite animal there for photos and unforgettable memories.

Reindeer in the Park happening Friday, December 5 in Altus.

There aren't phony, felt reindeer or light up displays - we're talking about real life reindeer appearing in the downtown Altus park.

Bundle up and dress in your finest Christmas clothes to get pictures with Santa, enjoy free hot cocoa, Candy Canes & Reindeer Games with Altus Parks and Recreation, and other vendors.

If you're wanting the best Christmas experiences in Oklahoma, check out the towns that knock it out of the park each year.