The weather outside was certainly frightful, yet hundreds of residents and visitors alike braved the conditions on Saturday, December 3rd to celebrate Tucker’s annual Christmas on Main Street.The event was originally scheduled to run from 5 to 8:30 p.m., but with rain intensifying throughout the night, organizers decided to wrap the festivities early.
There was quite a bit packed into the abbreviated window. Main Street Theatre put on a spirited performance, offering a new take on The Night Before Christmas. Local band Thunder Gypsy kept the party going with popular cover tunes. Mayor Frank Auman and his wife Gaye judged an ugly Christmas sweater competition.
The highlight of the night, though, came when Santa Claus arrived direct from the North Pole. Santa, eschewing his traditional sleigh and reindeer, cruised in on a fire truck, waving to the crowd before helping to light Great Tree. He then stuck around to greet revelers and lend an ear to the Christmas wishes of the many children in attendance.
Christmas on Main Street is sponsored by the Old Town Tucker Merchant’s Association, with help from local businesses and civic groups.
