Food City has donated $15,000 to the William Hall Rodgers Christmas Food Basket Fund. This fund is a long-standing philanthropic effort in Cleveland, TN.
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Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
A Christmas musical event is scheduled to take place in Cleveland, TN. The Kaisertown Polka Band will be featured in this holiday performance.
Saturday, December 13, 2025
The Empty Stocking Fund, which includes the Cleveland Christmas Party for Children, has successfully raised over $261,000. This fund is a merged effort of three philanthropic initiatives aimed at helping the community.
MainStreet Cleveland's Christmas Parade is scheduled to step off this Saturday. The event is a highlight for the holiday season in Cleveland, TN.
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Bradley Medical Center's "A Charlie Brown Christmas" float took home the Best Overall award at MainStreet Cleveland's yearly Christmas parade. The event marked the city's festive entry into the Christmas season.
Monday, December 8, 2025
The Gold City Quartet will perform their "A GOLD CITY CHRISTMAS 2025 TOUR" on December 11th at 7:00 PM. The event will take place at Ocoee St., STE B, Cleveland, TN.
An annual Lessons and Carols event is scheduled to take place on December 11th. This event is mentioned in conjunction with MainStreet Cleveland's Christmas Parade.
Sunday, December 7, 2025
Cleveland's annual Christmas Parade officially began the holiday season with hundreds of colorful floats. The event marked the start of festive celebrations in the city.
Saturday, December 6, 2025
Rymer was recognized at the Christmas Party held at Builtwell Bank in downtown Cleveland. The event took place on Ocoee Street.
Friday, December 5, 2025
The MainStreet Cleveland Christmas Parade is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. this Saturday. Road closures along the parade route will go into effect starting at 5 p.m.
Thursday, December 4, 2025
The Empty Stocking Fund has raised over $34,000, with all proceeds benefiting the annual Cleveland Christmas Party for Children. This event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, December 15th.
The Cleveland & Bradley County Community Christmas Tree, a Norway spruce planted in 1966, is a piece of living history. It was originally planted by then-Postmaster Bob Easterly.
Cleveland State is set to host a holiday concert this Saturday, with road closures expected for the annual Downtown Cleveland Christmas Parade. The event is being promoted by WCLE Mix 104.1 FM.
Road closures are in effect for the annual Downtown Cleveland Christmas Parade. Residents are advised to plan accordingly based on the parade route.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Lee University held its annual Operation Christmas Child "Pack 'n' Stack" Event in Cleveland, Tenn. The event focuses on preparing boxes of Christmas gifts for children in need.
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and First Lady Maria Lee officially started the holiday season with the annual Christmas at the Capitol celebration. They announced the "Light of the World" holiday theme.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
The City of Cleveland is hosting its Silver Bells Celebration as part of a wider array of holiday-themed events happening in the Tennessee Valley for 2025. Other local festivities include Christmas music and conversation at the Cleveland Bradley County Public Library.
College Hill held its annual Light Up Christmas event, which featured a festive atmosphere with falling 'snow'. This event is part of the holiday season's kickoff in the Cleveland area.
Thursday, November 27, 2025
The Christmas Marketplace provided an opportunity for children to learn about business by selling various items. This event took place at Ocoee St., STE B, Cleveland, TN.
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
The annual community tree lighting ceremony has officially begun Cleveland's Christmas season. This event was held for Cleveland and Bradley County residents.
Saturday, November 22, 2025
The Cleveland Christmas Parade is scheduled to return to downtown Cleveland. The parade will proceed through the heart of the city.
Friday, November 21, 2025
Christmas on the Square is happening in Downtown Cleveland, TN, in front of the old post office on Broad Street. The event is scheduled for Saturday, November 22nd.
Thursday, November 20, 2025
Operation Christmas Child is currently collecting shoeboxes for its annual drive. A drop-off event is scheduled at the First Baptist Church of Cleveland.
Saturday, November 15, 2025
The Bradley County Sheriff's Office is partnering with Blood Assurance for a community blood drive. The event will take place on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 12 PM to 3 PM.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Lee University will host its annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony this Friday at 6:30 p.m. The event will take place on the university campus. This marks the start of the holiday season for the university and the surrounding Cleveland, TN community.
Johnston Park's Christmas tree has been decorated with red, white, and blue lights. This special tribute is in recognition of local veterans. The tree serves as a patriotic display in Cleveland, TN.
Monday, November 10, 2025
Christmas preparations are beginning in Cleveland, TN, with the upcoming Festival of Trees. This event aims to support mothers in the community.
Lee University in Cleveland, TN, will present the "Advent Now!" benefit concert featuring Christmas songs. The concert will showcase new arrangements of familiar holiday tunes.