Main Street Gainesville sponsors the annual event.
Santa was there. There were carolers. And, much more. The idea: to remind shoppers of what downtown merchants have to offer.
The lighting of the Christmas Chicken atop Main Street Market was one of the highlights of the evening.
Merchants around the square opened their doors and invited the shoppers inside, enticing them with discounts and treats.
Shoppers visit downtown Gainesville stores, which stayed open late for the Jingle Mingle. (Photo by Bailey Pless)
Santa was listening to Christmas wishes and taking letters from children and grown ups Thursday night. (Photo by Bailey Pless)
The train around the downtown square was a popular attraction. (Photo by Bailey Pless)
The Believers Band from Gainesville First United Methodist Church kept spirits bright with Christmas carols. (Photo by Bailey Pless)
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