Seasonal & Holidays

Lake Elsinore to Host Annual Tree Lighting On Dec. 4

The downtown tradition returns Thursday with snowfall, Santa photos, live entertainment and warm drinks to kick off the holiday season.

Lake Elsinore will kick off the holiday season next week with its annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, set for Thursday, Dec. 4, at 6 p.m. in Historic Downtown Main Street.
Lake Elsinore will kick off the holiday season next week with its annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, set for Thursday, Dec. 4, at 6 p.m. in Historic Downtown Main Street. (Rachel Barnes/Patch)

LAKE ELSINORE, CA — Lake Elsinore will kick off the holiday season next week with its annual Tree Lighting Ceremony, set for Thursday, Dec. 4, at 6 p.m. in Historic Downtown Main Street.

This year’s celebration comes with a new event day, but the longtime traditions remain. Families are invited to gather along Main Street for an evening of festive cheer as the city lights its holiday tree amid a sprinkle of “snowfall.”

The event will feature photos with Santa, live entertainment and plenty of seasonal spirit.

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Attendees can also warm up with hot chocolate or coffee from local downtown shops while enjoying the festivities.

For more information, residents can call 951-848-0481.

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