La Palma Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony
Guests gather to watch the annual lighting of the Holiday Tree and enjoy musical performances by local schools. Families can meet with Mr. and Ms. Claus and Santa's elves. The festivities also feature hands-on arts and crafts and a letter to Santa station.
Wed, Dec 2, 2026 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Hours
Santa's Village 4:30 p.m.; Ceremony 5:30 p.m.
Parking
Event parking is at the Community Center parking lot, City Hall parking lot, and the Edison Right-of-Way.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Come for Santa's Village before the ceremony, since Mr. and Ms. Claus arrive ahead of the tree lighting so families can visit with them.
- Park in the Community Center lot, the City Hall lot or on the Edison Right-of-Way, which are the three spots set aside for event parking.
- Keep Wednesday, December 9 open as a backup, because the ceremony moves to that night if it rains.
- Have the kids think about their wish lists beforehand, since there's a letter to Santa station alongside the arts and crafts.
- Dress warmly for an evening outdoors while you watch the school performances and the Holiday Tree lighting with the community.
Special Events & Promotions
- This year is the 40th annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony.
Links & Contact
Run by City of La Palma
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is there for kids?
Santa's Village opens before the ceremony so families can visit Mr. and Ms. Claus. There are also arts and crafts, a letter to Santa station and more.
Who performs at the ceremony?
La Palma's local schools give musical performances before the Holiday Tree is lit.
Where do I park?
Event parking is in the Community Center lot, the City Hall lot and on the Edison Right-of-Way.
What happens if it rains?
The ceremony moves to Wednesday, December 9, 2026.
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