Merry Christmas!! 

We hope you are enjoying this time of year with your families and loved ones. 

This is our Ultimate Christmas Episode!!! We have Mayor Nancolas on our show from the City of Caldwell and discuss faith, family, love, and community focused around this time of year. Heart-warming stories are shared, discussion about the reason for the season, and activity ideas for your family are all shared. We also highlight downtown Caldwell, Idaho and explore what makes Caldwell so magical this time of year. 

The City of Caldwell is set to use over one million LED lights in its 12th annual Winter Wonderland celebration.

“The display of Winter Wonderland is truly like no other in the Treasure Valley, let alone the Western United States,” said Mayor Garret Nancolas. “It’s spectacular to see families enjoying the lights, time together and the community coming together each year. It’s what Caldwell is all about.” 

The light display started in 2007 with just 20,000 lights and has now grown to over one million.

More from the City of Caldwell on Winter Wonderland:

"In addition to the tree and creek lighting, Winter Wonderland Festival attendees can also participate in family-friendly activities throughout downtown from 5 to 10 p.m. Indian Creek Plaza will host free pictures with Santa in addition to skating on Idaho’s only Ice Ribbon and Rink (normal fees apply). Characters from the Frozen 2 film, including a live reindeer, will be holding a meet and greet at The Luxe Reel Theatre. Carolers, choirs, musicians, and bands will be placed throughout downtown performing holiday music. Main Street and 7th Avenue will be turned into a food court and market with over 15 food and 50 good vendors. Caldwell’s historic train depot will also be open to tour and our downtown businesses and restaurants will be open."

Parking will be available at the O'Connor Field House, also known as the Caldwell Events Center.

Learn more about Caldwell here: https://www.cityofcaldwell.org/home

Learn more about BVA here: https://www.bvadev.com

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