Welcome to Downtown Sumter's joyous attempt to turn back time. Beautiful holiday wreaths hang from old fashioned light posts that line the historic main street and fantastically illuminate various buildings newly restored or renovated. One night each year during the month of December, main street turns back time with the a themed event... Old Fashioned Christmas.
The holiday season is upon us and the traditions of an Old Fashioned Christmas can be found in downtown Sumter! Sumter is turning back the time Saturday December 8th, 2007 from 6pm to 9pm on downtown Sumter’s Main Street. As you and your family travel to yesterday’s holiday season you’ll enjoy foods your grandparents told stories about, musical sounds of bells and choirs, roasting marshmallows over an open fire, a visit from St. Nick to fabulous flakes of snow! Yes! We said snow for ages 10 and under! An Old Fashioned Christmas, December 8th in downtown Sumter is the place to celebrate the spirit of the holiday season with your family and friends! For more information call 803-436-2640 or 800-688-4748.