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Holiday Tree Lighting

2026 dates not announced yet. Details are from 2025.

Join the City of Boca Raton for a FREE Holiday Tree Lighting celebration to officially kick off the festive season. The event features live music, a craft station, a bustling Holiday Market with vendors, and delicious food and drinks available for purchase. Capture memories with Santa Claus at the Boca Raton Art Museum, and witness the ceremonial lighting of the City's tree, illuminating Mizner Park with thousands of festive lights.

All ages FREE

Plan Your Visit

Neighborhood

Downtown Boca

Food & Drink

Variety of Food & Drinks for purchase

Parking

Chairs will be available for rent on site. No outside chairs are allowed.

Location

Mizner Park Amphitheater · Boca Raton, FL Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and community members

Vibe

Festive and community-oriented

Energy Level

Low to medium

Photo Friendly

📷 📷 📷 📷 📷 (4/5)

Weather Sensitivity

Medium

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive early to secure a good spot for the tree lighting ceremony and enjoy the full range of activities.
  • Consider using public transportation or carpooling, as interior roads within Mizner Park will close to traffic at 5 PM.
  • Bring your own chairs if you prefer, as rentals are available but may be limited.
  • Check the stage schedule upon arrival to plan your viewing of the live music performances and the tree lighting ceremony.
  • Take advantage of the selfie opportunities with Santa at the Boca Raton Art Museum before the main ceremony begins.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Vendor Application for Holiday Market available
  • Participant Application for Holiday Parade available
  • Mizner Park will be adorned with 50,000 LED lights and festive 2D displays.

Links & Contact

Run by City of Boca Raton

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time does the Holiday Tree Lighting event start?

The Holiday Tree Lighting celebration begins at 6 PM and concludes at 10 PM.

Is there a cost to attend the event?

No, the Holiday Tree Lighting is a FREE community celebration.

Where can I take photos with Santa?

Selfie photo opportunities with Santa are available from 6 PM to 10 PM at the Boca Raton Art Museum.

What are the road closure times?

Plaza Real East and West, the interior roads within Mizner Park, will be closed to vehicular traffic starting at 5 PM.

Can I bring my own chairs?

No outside chairs are allowed; chairs will be available for rent on site.

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