Sparkle Night: Holiday Family Fun and Tribute to Veterans Celebration
Guests can gather on the Green and in the Center Courtyard to watch the tree lighting and enjoy a tribute to veterans featuring a Color Guard ceremony and a National Anthem soloist. Families can visit with Santa, write letters to Santa, and listen to carolers. Hot cocoa and candy canes are offered during the festivities.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Hours
3-5:30pm; tree lighting at dusk.
Ages
All ages
Food & Drink
Hot cocoa and candy canes are offered while supplies last.
Going?
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Tips & Advice
- Arrive with time to enjoy the activities before the tree lighting at dusk.
- Visit Santa and collect cocoa, candy canes or letter-writing supplies early, since activities are available while supplies last.
- Dress for outdoor conditions, as activities take place on the Green and in the Center Courtyard and the event is weather permitting.
- Keep Sunday, November 8 in mind as the stated rain date.
Special Events & Promotions
- The tree lighting takes place at dusk.
- Sunday, November 8 is the rain date for the event.
Links & Contact
Run by The Marketplace at Tech Center
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Sparkle Night for?
It is described as a holiday family celebration and tribute to veterans; no age limits are stated.
What can families do during the event?
Guests can see the tree lighting, visit Santa, listen to carolers, watch the Color Guard ceremony and National Anthem soloist, and write letters to Santa.
Are refreshments available?
Hot cocoa and candy canes are offered while supplies last.
What happens if the event is affected by weather?
The event is weather permitting, with Sunday, November 8 listed as the rain date.
Are Santa visits and activities guaranteed?
Activities are weather permitting and available while supplies last; events may change without notice.
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