HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Santa will not be rolling through the streets of Downtown Huntsville this year. Like the rest of us, he's trying to be COVID-19 safe.
Considering ongoing COVID-19 concerns, the 7th Annual Downtown Huntsville Christmas Parade will become the Mix 96.9 Von Braun Center Christmas Fireworks Spectacular on Friday, December 4, 2020 in the parking lot of Joe Davis Stadium.
The details for the 2020 Christmas Fireworks Spectacular and the postponement of the Huntsville Christmas Parade were announced during a press conference on September 29 at the VBC by Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle, Mix 96.9 and VBC staff.
“Hosting a fireworks show is a great way to celebrate the holiday season,” said Mayor Tommy Battle. “Everyone can be out of doors, socially distanced, and enjoy a spectacular display that will be fun for the entire family.”
The Mix 96.9 Von Braun Center Christmas Fireworks Spectacular will begin at 7:00 p.m., on Friday, Sept. 4, with the parking lot opening for assigned parking at 6:00 p.m. The fireworks show will be synchronized with programming on the Mix 96.9 FM radio station and will last for approximately 20 minutes. This free event is sponsored by Redstone Gateway and Redstone Federal Credit Union.
When they arrive, cars will be directed to parking spots. For groups who are arriving in separate vehicles and would like to park beside each other, please arrive together - there will no saving/reserving parking parking spots. Cars will be parked with one spot between one another to accommodate for social distancing for people who want to sit out and enjoy the show.
Portable chairs, blankets and snacks are encouraged. No concessions will be served during this free event. Comfort Care Hospice and Home Health are the VIP Sponsors and will deliver holiday gift bags to each parked car before the fireworks show begins. The event will also collect blankets for seniors in need.
“It’s important to all of us at Mix 96.9 and the VBC to provide a safe and fun event for the Huntsville community to enjoy,” commented WRSA Midday Host and Christmas Parade Coordinator, Blair Davis. “While this year's Christmas festivities may look different without our traditional Huntsville Christmas Parade, we're excited to maintain the spirit of the season by providing Huntsville with a fun and safe alternative - the Christmas Fireworks Spectacular!”
“The COPT Redstone Gateway team is excited to partner with Mix 96.9 and the Von Braun Center to sponsor this year’s Christmas Firework’s Spectacular," commented Redstone Gateway Director of Asset Management and Leasing, James Lomax. "Christmas celebrations are a staple in Huntsville, much like Redstone Gateway is becoming, and we’re so excited to give back to the community and celebrate the holiday season with the booming of fireworks.”
"This year has been extremely difficult for the entire community," remarked VBC Marketing and Public Relations Manager, Samantha Nielsen. "We look forward to partnering with Mix 96.9 each year to provide our friends and neighbors with a free Christmas Parade. This year, we're honored to close out 2020 with another fun Christmas event!"
For more information about the 2020 Mix 96.9 Von Braun Center Christmas Fireworks Spectacular and to stay up-to-date on event announcements, follow @HSVChristmasParade on Facebook.
