Christmas on the Square
Christmas on the Square (COTS) is a rain or shine free - family friendly event held on the Square in downtown Talladega each year. This year, it will be held December 11-12, 2026.
Thousands come from Talladega and surrounding communities each year to participate in free activities, which will be held from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. on Friday; 12 p.m. - 8 p.m. on Saturday. Highlights of this annual event include Santa's Workshop, holiday train rides, shopping, Santa photos, holiday movies at the Ritz Theatre, ice skating, food trucks, bungee jumping, live music, holiday decorations and more!
Local, regional and out-of-state vendors participate each year.
TREE LIGHTING ON THE SQUARE AND CHRISTMAS PARADE
December 7, 2026, 6 p.m.
Activities
Friday, December 11, 2026 | 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
- Food Truck Alley – Enjoy a variety of local food vendors.
- Free Outdoor Ice Skating(skate rental included)
- Free Holiday Movies at the Historic Ritz Theatre(See movie schedule below.)
Saturday, December 12, 2026 | 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Vendor Market – Shop unique gifts, handmade crafts, holiday décor, specialty foods, and more from local and regional vendors.
- Food Truck Alley
- Free Outdoor Ice Skating(skate rental included)
- Free Santa's Workshop – Kids can enjoy holiday crafts and festive activities.
- Free Holiday Train Rides
- Free Bungee Jump Ride
- Free Holiday Movies at the Historic Ritz Theatre(See movie schedule below.)
Weekend Free Movie Lineup at the Ritz Theatre
Friday, December 11, 2026
6 p.m. - Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas -
Saturday, December 12, 2026
12 p.m. - Elf
1 p.m. - The Polar Express
3 p.m. -Frozen
5 p.m. - Frozen 2