Good morning, Tyler.

Tyler Rotary clubs will host the annual Rose City Christmas Parade themed 'Unite for Good' on Dec.

4 at 6:30 p.m. along a new route around the Christus Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium, drawing families, local businesses and volunteers as they collect donations for the East Texas Food Bank—a result of nearly a year of volunteer preparation.

On November 21, fifty high school students attended the inaugural Future Leaders of Tyler session at the Career and Technology Center where local and state officials discussed public service skills and career paths.

The yearlong pilot program—created by the Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Tyler ISD and the Business Education Council—will offer monthly sessions to build leadership and networking skills.

Greg Grant, Ph.D.—a horticulturist at Texas A&M AgriLife Extension in Tyler—says fall is the best time to plant trees, shrubs and vegetables because the cool air and moist soil help new roots set before spring.

He advises gardeners to improve soil with compost, water plants during dry spells and mulch to retain moisture.

The Arp Tigers beat the Edgewood Bulldogs by a score of 49 to 28 in the third round of the Texas high school football playoffs in Tyler—advancing Arp in the postseason.

2025 Rose City Christmas Parade and Drone Show

6:30-11:59 p.m. — CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium — $1.00 or one canned food item — Experience the festive fun of the Rose City Christmas Parade and Drone Show with a theme of ‘Unite For Good’.

Season's Greetings Running Event

8:00 a.m. — Southside Park — Free entry — Run or walk in a friendly atmosphere with multiple distance options and medals for all participants.

Chanukah Klezmer Concert

7-9 p.m. — True Vine Brewing Company — In-person only — Celebrate Chanukah with joyful Klezmer music from the Tyler Klezmer Ensemble.

Holiday Lights in the Garden

5-8 p.m. — Tyler Rose Garden — Free admission — Experience a dazzling display of thousands of holiday lights in a festive wonderland.

A Dickens' Christmas Celebration

4 PM-8 PM — East Texas State Fair Administration Office — Paid parking — Experience a charming Olde English Christmas town with hot cocoa, carolers, and festive vendors.

Do The Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl

4:30-9:00 p.m. — The SportsZone Bar and Grill — Tickets available online only — Celebrate the season in your ugliest sweater with games, contests, and festive cheer in Downtown Tyler.

The Rider Open Mic Night

6:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. — Texas African American Museum — Affordable tickets include refreshments — Share your talents or enjoy a night of music and poetry.

Angela Owen Live Comedy Show

7-10:15 p.m. — Rose City Comedy — Tickets from $74 — Enjoy a night of laughs with the talented Angela Owen in Tyler, TX.

Holiday Lights in the Garden

5-8 p.m. — Tyler Rose Garden — Free admission — Experience a spectacular holiday display of twinkling lights and festive music in a beautiful garden setting.