California Christmas Tree Ceremony
Chico Tree Lighting Ceremony
December 6, 2024, 6-8 p.m.City Plaza
418 Main Street
Chico, CA
Free,
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Join the Annual Community Christmas Tree Lighting. A short program of music & uniting words will culminate in the arrival of Santa to light the Christmas Tree. City Plaza will come alive from the glow of our community's glowing Holiday Tree! Guests will enjoy a musical program provided by Sounds of the Valley Chorus and photos with Santa while joining in for the countdown to light the tree in City Plaza.
While visiting, check out Chico Ice Rink, a seasonal attraction open between mid-November and mid-January.
Chico Christmas Preview
November 24, 2024, 4-8 p.m.City Plaza
418 Main Street
Chico, CA
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46th Annual Christmas Preview
- Balloon Twisting
- Caroling by Sounds of the Valley Chorus
- Chico Ice Rink
- Llive music by Chico Community Band
- Kinetics Cheer/Dance, and Reece Thompson
- Face painting
- Photo booth
- Chico Police Department: Take a photo with Blue Santa and local heroes
- Tender Loving Coffee
The DCBA coordinates strolling carolers, and a few other on-street events and activities.
Street closures enforced on Main and Broadway between 2nd and 4th, 3rd between Salem and 4th between Broadway and Main. - Streets will close at 2:30 p.m. and open back up at 9 p.m. All cars must be moved by 3:30 p.m.
Produced by the Downtown Chico Business Association (DCBA). Other fun events sponsored by the local community groups such as the Downtown association include Halloween Treat Street, a trick or treat extravaganza.
Events are not guaranteed. It is your responsibility to confirm before going.