California Christmas Tree Ceremony

Whittier Tree Lighting

 December 2, 2023, 5-6 p.m.

Whittier City Hall
13230 Penn Street
Whittier, CA
whittieruptown.org

Get in the spirit of Christmas with a dazzling double dose of fun beginning with the lighting of the 26-foot holiday tree. Carolers & holiday tunes, fun seasonal crafts and hot cocoa & cookies make the evening merry and bright. Next, head to the Holiday Sonata on Greenleaf Avenue in Uptown Whittier for more entertainment.

Uptown Whittier Holiday Sonata

December 2, 2023, 6-9 p.m.

Uptown Whittier
Greenleaf Avenue, throughout Uptown Whittier
Whittier, CA
Free, whittieruptown.org

The City of Whittier Tree Lighting Ceremony and Whittier Uptown Association Holiday Sonata features an evening of holiday cheer with family and friends.. Enjoy holiday shopping at many retailers and boutique and make certain to make reservations at your favorite restaurant. Little ones can take photos with Santa and his Elves at Santa's Village.

  • Dance, Choir + Band Performances to get you grooving
  • Kids Holiday Activities
  • Photos with Santa + MORE!

This lively annual event is not a solemn occasion, but a festival of celebration with bands, vendor booths, kids bounce house, local entertainment and the big lighting countdown of the 3o foot Christmas Tree in the Annual Grand Illumination. The events also includes refreshments and goodies, and is free to attend.

A local youth choir will perform at the fun ceremony, merchants will hold sidewalk sales and a Kids Wonderland Village on a city lot on Greenleaf Avenue with a bounce house, photo booth, choirs and a dance troupe.

Old St. Nick himself photos for a small fee
Musical entertainment
Stores and shops open house
40 dining spots
award winning restaurants

It's a night to remember, and a night filled with fun for all ages. Uptown Whittier knows how to put on a tree lighting ceremony like no other!

Other exciting events include the Whittier Summer Concerts series with sizzling music.

Events are not guaranteed. It is your responsibility to confirm before going.


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