Twelfth Night marks last chance to see Moultrie’s Canopy of Lights this holiday season

MOULTRIE, Ga. – Time is running out to experience one of South Georgia’s most cherished holiday traditions. On Monday, January 5, the City of Moultrie will host Twelfth Night, the final opportunity this season to enjoy the iconic Canopy of Lights before they are turned off for the year.

The free community event begins at 6 p.m. in downtown Moultrie along East Central Avenue. Residents and visitors are invited to gather beneath the glowing lights for an evening of Christmas caroling, including special performances by the Colquitt County High School Serenaders.

The Canopy of Lights has been a centerpiece of the holiday season in downtown Moultrie for more than 90 years. The tradition dates back to 1933, when city leaders first wrapped Christmas lights around the courthouse square to brighten the business district. What began with just 400 lights quickly grew into an expansive canopy, with 1,700 lights illuminating downtown by 1934. The display soon became a beloved seasonal attraction, visible for miles and praised for bringing the Christmas spirit to the community.

Today, the Canopy of Lights continues that legacy, serving as both a celebration of Moultrie’s history and a gathering place for families and friends during the holidays.

Twelfth Night offers a meaningful way to close out the season and see the lights one last time before they go dark until next year.

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