Due to extreme cold temperatures forecasted for this evening, Saturday, Dec. 17, Nebraska Game and Parks officials have cancelled the Christmas at the Cody’s event for this evening only.

The event will take place as scheduled tomorrow, Sunday, Dec. 18 and Dec. 22 and Dec. 23 from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Every year many organizations in North Platte graciously decorate the SHP for Christmas and local artists and musicians provide entertainment in the piano room as guests tour the mansion. Take the chill away with hot cider, Christmas cookies and roasted chestnuts available in the old storehouse outside the mansion.

Horse-drawn rides are given every evening, taking folks around the grounds of the SHP to see all the lights as carolers sing favorite yule tides. Santa will be taking Christmas wishes in the Scout’s Rest Ranch Barn along with crafts, games and other activities for the entire family and friends to enjoy. A Military Appreciation Tree can be adorned with a special service-member’s name written on an ornament.

Admission is $5 per person, kids 3 and under are free.