Lakewood holds its annual Tree Lighting on Friday, December 4, 2026, outside The Centre at 5000 Clark Avenue, next to Lakewood City Hall. The event runs 4:30 to 8 p.m., and the official tree lighting program starts at 6:30 p.m. The city lists the event as free.
For families
Carnival games and food trucks open at 4:30 p.m. Santa will be on hand for the whole evening to hear holiday wishes and pose for photos, so bring a phone or camera.
The city also lists holiday music, snow effects and free family photo opportunities with costumed characters.
Parking
Parking is available behind The Centre and in the gravel lot at Del Amo Boulevard and Clark Avenue. The lots directly in front of and behind City Hall will be closed during the event.
Questions go to the city at 562-866-9771, ext. 2408.
Sources
Featured photo: Eric Polk via Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. The photo shows Lakewood City Hall, next to the event site.
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