Illustration of a felt Santa in a wooden armchair as a small felt child shows him a paper list near a fireplace and trees (Christmas Tree Lane Lighting Ceremony & Winterfest)

Christmas Tree Lane Lighting Ceremony & Winterfest

Gather for the community countdown to flip the switch and illuminate nearly a mile of historic deodar trees with over 20,000 twinkling lights. Attendees can enjoy live performances by local choirs, marching bands, and musicians. The ceremony also includes remarks from special guests and community speakers.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

christmastreelane.net

When

Tickets

Free; open to the public.

Hours

6:00pm; the lighting happens just after dark.

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Altadena

Going?

Location

See it and nearby events on the map
Christmas Tree Lane · Corner of Santa Rosa Avenue & Mariposa Street, Altadena, CA Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

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Best For

Families and community holiday traditions

Vibe

Festive and communal

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Come in the afternoon for Winterfest, which opens hours before the ceremony with vendors, food trucks and kids' activities on the Lane.
  • Stay until just after dark, because that is when everyone counts down together and the lights on the deodar trees switch on.
  • Bring a camera for the Santa photo ops and seasonal backdrops at Winterfest before the lighting.
  • Handmade sellers should apply early to be a Winterfest vendor, since the festival centers on local, handmade goods.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Winterfest Arts & Crafts Festival on the Lane the same day, with vendors, food trucks, kids' activities and Santa photos
  • Countdown lighting of over 20,000 lights just after dark, kicking off the 2026 season

Links & Contact

Website / Tickets Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens at the Lighting Ceremony?

Everyone counts down together to light nearly a mile of deodar trees with over 20,000 lights. Local choirs, marching bands and musicians perform, and special guests and community speakers give remarks.

Is there anything for families before the lighting?

Yes. Winterfest runs alongside the ceremony on the Lane. It has artisan and craft vendors, food trucks, live music, roaming performers, kids' activities and photo ops with Santa.

Where can we get food?

Winterfest has food trucks and holiday treats on the Lane.

How can I sell at Winterfest?

Apply to become a vendor through the Christmas Tree Lane Association. The festival features local, handmade goods.

How can I help with the event?

The Lane is run by an all-volunteer association with no city funding. You can volunteer, become a member or sponsor the events.

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