School’s out, the holidays are here, and the Town of Southern Pines staff are throwing a party downtown—our holiday gift to the community we love!
Inspired by the joy we shared this summer during Operation: Community Cool-Off, we’re bringing that same energy, creativity, and togetherness to kick off winter break in a merry & bright way.
Here’s what your TOSP team has planned:
🐾 Holiday Dog Parade
Led by the Southern Pines Public Library team and Caring Hearts for Canines, this festive walk features adoptable dogs dressed in their holiday best—hoping to find a new home for the holidays.
Bring your leashed, well-behaved dog to join the parade along Broad Street, lined with decorated Christmas trees. Enjoy photo ops, plus dog treat and water stations along the route!
📚 Free Books & Dog Bandanas
Find the SPPL wagon and pick out a free book to take home, along with festive dog bandanas for your four-legged family members.
🎤 Christmas Street Corner Karaoke
It’s back! Join the TOSP admin team and DJ Saxy in front of the train station Christmas tree. Sing your heart out—or just enjoy the show!
🎶 Thank you to the CVB for sponsoring this crowd favorite.
📸 Photo Ops with Your Favorite TOSP Teams
Snap a pic with:
🚛 Our hardworking street sweeper and its operator, Town Hero DJ McKinnon
🚒 SPFD firefighters, plus hot cocoa and fire trucks
🎀 Parks & Grounds & the Appearance Commission with a giant wreath photo-op
🚓 SPPD and the roaming K-9 team
💚 The one and only Southern Pines Grinch
🎄Parks & Rec Holiday Craft Station
Make a holiday stocking and grab treats or bandanas for your pup.
🚛 Name the Street Sweeper!
Every team member deserves a fun name—including our street sweeper! Stop by, snap a photo, and submit your name idea. The winning name will be chosen by the TOSP team and branded on the truck.
🐶 Fill the Truck: Pet Supply Drive
Help support Caring Hearts for Canines by donating pet supplies. Drop off items in front of the Finance & Billing Department (next to the Post Office) and help dogs in our community find loving homes.
✨ Come celebrate the start of winter break, Southern Pines style—full of music, pets, photos, crafts, and community spirit.
We can’t wait to celebrate!