Community Tree Lighting Celebration
Visitors gather at Civic Center Plaza to kick off the holiday season with the illumination of the city tree. The celebration features live festive music, hands-on crafts, and sweet treats for attendees.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Tickets
Free admission; open to everyone.
Hours
5:30 – 8 p.m.
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Mountain View
Food & Drink
Sweet treats are offered.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Bring your family, friends and neighbors, since the celebration is free and open to everyone, with crafts and festive music to enjoy together.
- Be on Civic Center Plaza for the much-anticipated lighting of the community tree, along with the festive music, crafts and sweet treats.
- Dress warmly, because this is an evening celebration held outdoors on Civic Center Plaza in December.
- Local businesses interested in sponsoring the 2026 celebration can review the sponsorship opportunities and email Sponsorship@MountainView.gov to get involved.
Special Events & Promotions
- Free and open to everyone.
Links & Contact
Run by City of Mountain View
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the celebration for?
It's free and open to everyone. Bring your family, friends and neighbors.
What is there to do?
There's festive music, crafts and sweet treats, and the evening includes the lighting of the community tree.
Is there anything to eat?
Yes, sweet treats are part of the evening.
How can a business sponsor the event?
Look over the list of sponsorship opportunities for the 2026 celebration and email Sponsorship@MountainView.gov.
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