Greater Sealy Chamber of Commerce President Chelsea Humes presented a report on the 38th annual Fantasy of Lights to the Sealy City Council during their regular meeting on Tuesday, December 17th. Fantasy of Lights was held from Thursday, December 5th, to Sunday, December 8th, and featured a variety of activities that brought the community together.

 

The festivities began on Thursday with the 12th annual Vendor Blender, hosted by the First United Methodist Church. Proceeds from the event benefitted the churchโ€™s Silver Christmas Angels program. Vendors set up in downtown Sealy, with 35 participants and several local shops open for business. A team of four organizers and eight volunteers managed the event. With perfect weather and strong attendance, this yearโ€™s Vendor Blender had the largest number of vendors to date.

On Friday, IMPACT Sealy introduced the inaugural Caroling in the Park. Community members were invited to bring blankets and gather under the pavilion in Levine Park to enjoy the festivities. Although attendance was affected by the Tigersโ€™ football playoffs, approximately 50 people participated. Guests were treated to caroling, a live Nativity scene, and hot chocolate, creating a festive holiday atmosphere.

 

Saturday dawned cold and wet, but the 19th Annual Jingle Bell Fun Run proceeded as scheduled. Sponsored by Girls Who Love to Run, the event raised money for the Sealy and Selman Elementary PTAs. This yearโ€™s run had 61 sponsors and attracted 563 registered participants, with 294 completing the 5K and 116 running the 1K. A dedicated team of 70 volunteers ensured the event ran smoothly despite the weather challenges.
Following the run, the Kid’s Fantasy kicked off in Levine Park. A total of 175 wristbands were sold, though not all attendees purchased one. The event featured 18 vendors and 14 food trucks. Although rain and temperatures in the 40s impacted attendance, 30 volunteers worked tirelessly to ensure the children enjoyed the activities. Adding to the dayโ€™s charm, the Pet Parade, sponsored by Sealy Animal Clinic, showcased pets dressed in festive holiday attire.
The highlight of the weekend was the 38th Annual Fantasy of Lights Parade, sponsored by the Sealy Community Foundation. The parade began just after dark on Saturday evening and included 64 floats. While the cold and earlier rain posed challenges, the weather cleared in time for the event. Police Chief Jay Reeves, who is retiring this year, served as the Grand Marshal. The parade was a fitting finale to a weekend of community celebration.

On Sunday, the event concluded with visitors encouraged to enjoy a meal and shop locally before leaving Sealy.
The 38th annual Fantasy of Lights was deemed a success, with strong participation and community support despite challenging weather conditions.

You can view the report in the video below starting at the 00:04 mark of the video.

 

 

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