ANGELS CAMP CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE, LIGHTED CHRISTMAS PARADE AND WINE STROLL

The Angels Camp Business Association presents the grand kick-off to local holiday celebrations Saturday, Nov. 28 with the fourth annual Christmas of Angels Open House and Wine Stroll from 4 to 8 p.m. and the 25th annual Holiday Parade beginning at 5 p.m. in historic downtown Angels Camp, rain or shine. This years theme, Paint the Town Red, honors fire personnel who successfully fought the Butte Fire in Calaveras and Amador counties this past September.

Merchants will be offering a number of special discounts during the Open House and Wine Stroll starting at 4 p.m., as well as festive treats and sidewalk sale paired perfectly with locally-crafted wines. The holiday ambiance is enhanced with caroling and performances by Grover Anderson. Caroling begins at 4:15 in front of the Visitors Center and the City Christmas Tree will be lighted there at 4:30 p.m.

The Holiday Parade commences at 5 p.m. at St. Patricks Church, 820 S. Main St., showcasing a wide range of entries including Santa on a fire truck honoring firefighters who kicked Butte, vintage cars, floats, Jr. Miss Calaveras, music, horses and marchers. After the parade Santa will hear childrens wishes in the Utica Hotel lobby with photo opportunities.