Seasonal & Holidays
Banning To Host 'Cowboy Christmas' Event: Tree Lighting, Parade & More
Residents are invited Dec. 7 to celebrate with a parade, tree lighting, gift giveaway, Santa's arrival by helicopter and a light exchange.
BANNING, CA — Banning residents are invited to the city's annual Cowboy Christmas Holiday & Tree Lighting this Saturday, Dec. 7, which promises and evening of holiday cheer and family-friendly activities.
The event will feature a variety of attractions, from a helicopter arrival from Santa Claus to a parade through town. Ahead of the tree-lighting ceremony, guests will be able to explore local vendors, take photos and watch the parade step-off.
During the lighting of the tree, carolers will sing and more fun is planned for the rest of the evening.
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In addition, customers Banning Electric Utility will be able to exchange old lights and get new LED energy-efficient lights at the event. Exchanges are limited to two strands of lights per household.
Schedule of Events
- 4 p.m. – Vendors & Santa photos open
- 5:30 p.m. – Parade step-off
- 7 p.m. – Tree lighting and carolers
- 7:15 p.m. – Santa arrives by helicopter
- 7:30–8:30 p.m. – Gift giveaway
- 9 p.m. – Event concludes
The parade route begins at San Gorgonio Ave/Nicolet heading South and will move through Ramsey and Ramsey to 12th Street. Restrooms will be available at Banning Chamber of Commerce and inside Banning City Hall.
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