BELLE — The Jingle Belle Stroll brought holiday cheer to Belle on Dec. 13, with a full day of activities held at Belle High School after the event was moved indoors for comfort and accessibility.

The Littles Christmas Pageant was held with the crowning taking place late morning, with Oliver DeDual named Little Mr. Christmas and Aubree Bialczyk crowned Little Miss Christmas.

Mayor James (Pudd) Mitchell welcomed attendees during the opening ceremony and thanked the community for coming out.

“Thank everybody for coming to this event. I’m glad we moved it where it’s more comfortable for everybody. I hope everybody has a great time. Merry Christmas to you all from the City of Belle,” Mitchell said.

Chicken and dumplings were served by Belle Fair Queen Nevaeh Kinsey and Belle Princess Chloe Jones. Kinsey was elated to report that they had sold out.

The schedule included live music played throughout the day by musical artists Owen Kloeppel, Myles Butler and Allie Irene. Pony rides were available for part of the time and Santa greeted children for an hour, with a line stretching out of the gym.

Additional attractions were available throughout the day, including marshmallow roasting, a bounce house, face painting, a photo opportunity station and a living nativity.

The event, hosted by the Belle Community Betterment Association (BCBA), featured live music, children’s activities, pony rides, a Christmas pageant and a visit from Santa Claus. Activities offered entertainment throughout the day for families and visitors of all ages.

Organizers credited strong community support for helping make the event possible.