The merriest season is approaching fast, and the Raeford-Hoke Chamber of Commerce and local businesses are getting ready to help kick it off with the annual Hometown Christmas.

Hometown Christmas is back this year with the night of lights, carols and family fun returning to Main Street in downtown Raeford. The event is set for 5:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Friday, December 3.

This year’s event will feature hay rides, a kid’s corner, mini train ride, movies, food, hot chocolate, vendors and more. Local businesses downtown will open their doors for customers to get a jump start on Christmas shopping. Other businesses and agencies from across the county will have tables set up to share what they have to offer.

Anyone interested in getting involved with the event, or with questions about it should contact the Raeford-Hoke Chamber of Commerce at (910) 875-5929.