FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
KELLIE CARTER DIRECTOR
December 1, 2025
Prattville, AL — The City of Prattville is proud to announce two major highlights of this year’s holiday season: the official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the long-awaited Spillway Park and the selection of Judge Kimberly Kervin as Grand Marshal of the 2025 Christmas Parade.
Spillway Park Ribbon Cutting – Thursday, December 4 at 6:30 p.m.
Prattville’s newest recreational destination, Spillway Park, will officially open to the public on Thursday, December 4, at 6:30 p.m. The ceremony will take place along the beautiful Autauga Creek, immediately before the City’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting downtown.
Residents, visitors, and community partners are invited to join city leadership in celebrating this transformative addition to Prattville’s outdoor amenities.
Spillway Park represents a major investment in enhancing quality of life for families in Prattville and beyond. The park features a scenic boardwalk overlooking the creek, shaded seating areas, a children’s play area, pedestrian walkways, and improved access to one of the city’s most iconic natural landscapes. This project reflects the City’s ongoing commitment to creating safe, accessible, and family-friendly recreation opportunities.
“We are excited to welcome families to this beautiful new space,” said Kellie Carter, Parks & Recreation Director. “Spillway Park provides a unique connection to Autauga Creek and brings even more opportunity for our residents to enjoy the outdoors, make memories, and experience Prattville in a whole new way.”
Following the ribbon cutting, attendees are encouraged to stay downtown and enjoy the magic of Christmas in Prattville at the annual tree lighting celebration at 7:00pm.
Annual Christmas Parade- Friday, December 5 at 7:00 p.m.
The City is also honored to announce Judge Kimberly Kervin as the Grand Marshal of the 2025 Prattville Christmas Parade, set for Friday, December 5 at 7:00 p.m. The parade will roll out from the Autauga County Courthouse, travel through Historic Downtown Prattville, and conclude at Stanley-Jensen Stadium.
Judge Kervin is widely admired not only for her leadership in the courtroom but also for her deep involvement in the community. Whether celebrating adoptions with local families or supporting arts and theatre programs, she truly embodies this year’s parade theme—Merry & Bright.
“Her steadfast love for Prattville and her longstanding commitment to serving our community make her an exceptional representative for this holiday tradition,” said Mayor Bill Gillespie, Jr.
Celebrate With Us
The City of Prattville invites everyone to join in these special events as we celebrate new growth, community pride, and the spirit of the season.
For more information, please contact the Prattville Parks & Recreation Department at 334-595-0800 or visit www.prattvilleal.gov.






