SULPHUR – The Chickasaw Cultural Center is gearing up for what will be a busy holiday season filled with seasonal staples like decorated trees, lights and candy canes as well as unique offerings such as art markets and gourmet dinners.

Dec. 14 - Christmas Celebration and Holiday Art Market

Cultural center visitors are welcome to enjoy pictures with Santa, storytelling with Mrs. Claus, make-and-take crafts and more – all open to the public at no charge.

Christmas films will be screened in the Anoli’ Theater, including “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” “Trolls Holiday,” “Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town” and “The Star.” The Holiday Art Market will feature a variety of special items from renowned Chickasaw artists. Chickasaw Cultural Center gift shops will offer special sales.

Dec. 2-31 - Festival of Trees

In the spirit of Christmas, departments from across the Chickasaw Nation decorate Christmas trees. Chickasaw Cultural Center visitors cast votes to decide the year’s best tree. This year’s Festival of Trees theme is “Celebrating Christmas Through the Decades.” Decorated trees are located within the Aapisa’ Art Gallery.

Dec. 1-30 - Children’s Holiday Movie Series

The Children’s Holiday Movie Series is open to the public at no charge. Children younger than 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.