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2 days and 25 ways to celebrate the holidays in the Chattanooga area

Entertainment options for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day generally involve a tree, some presents and maybe mistletoe if you’re lucky.

And though it may seem that the outside world comes to a standstill while families cocoon for the gift swap, you might be surprised by the number of activities you can still enjoy around town.

Whether you need a break from too many relatives or you want to show out-of-town guests a good time, we’ve found 25 ways to make merry over the next two days. By Sunday, you can expect most schedules to be back to normal.

Contact Lisa Denton at ldenton@timesfreepress.com or 423-757-6281.

1. HIE THEE TO THE MULTIPLEX …