A Very Derrick Christmas

Kilgore starts its Christmas Under the Stars season with A Very Derrick Christmas, when the stars on top of the downtown oil derricks are lit for the holidays. Historic downtown will have kids' activities, entertainment and the annual lighting of the derricks. Visit Kilgore calls the lighting of the derrick stars a seasonal tradition in the City of Stars. When: Thursday, Nov. 12, 5 to 8 p.m. The derricks are lit at 7 p.m. sharp. Where: Historic Downtown Kilgore, Kilgore, TX 75662. The official page does not give a street address. Cost: The official page does not list a cost. More info: https://visitkilgore.com/christmasunderthestars/ (Visit Kilgore, 903-984-5022) Organizer: Visit Kilgore, the city's official convention and visitors bureau. The page also lists the 95th Kilgore Christmas Parade on Dec. 1 and Mingle & Jingle on Dec. 5.