Holiday open house returns to downtown

Holiday Open House

Thursday, Nov. 6

5:30-8:30 p.m.

Eighteenth Street will come to life after hours on Nov. 6 for the annual Holiday Open House hosted by the Homewood Chamber of Commerce.

“It is an opportunity for people to peruse merchandise available for Christmas gifts,” said Tricia Ford, chamber executive director. “It’s a festive atmosphere, and everyone has a lot of fun.”

Merchants will offer a variety of specials as well as treats and beverages. Families can enjoy the festive decorations while completing their holiday shopping gift lists. 

New this year, carolers from Samford University’s School of Fine Arts will stroll the streets of downtown Homewood.

Another event favorite, a complimentary trolley, will return to shuttle shoppers around the area. Ford said children especially love to ride it. Trolley maps will be available inside downtown Homewood shops. 

“It’s one of our largest events with well over 1,000 people,” Ford said. “We start getting calls from people in October about where and when it will be.”

For updates on merchants’ plans for the open house, visit facebook.com/HomewoodChamberofCommerce.