Gaithersburg's 97th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony Set For Dec. 2

GAITHERSBURG, MD — Celebrate the holidays at Gaithersburg’s Jingle Jubilee with music, dance, and song to mark the 97th anniversary of the tree-lighting ceremony.

The festivities take place at the City Hall Concert Pavilion in Olde Towne from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2. Admission is free. The outdoor venue features lawn seating with limited chairs.

Children can meet Santa, Frosty the Snowman, Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, Paw Patrol, and other characters while parents grab photos.

This year’s event features a new bike-powered holiday tree. Pedal a stationary bike and watch as the lights climb the tree to illuminate the star at the top. Plus, check out a decorated police car, write a letter to Santa, sing along to holiday songs with the Gaithersburg High School Symphonic Band, and enjoy exhibits of diverse decorations and traditions.

To keep things toasty at Jingle Jubilee, enjoy hot chocolate from the Gaithersburg Student Union and a warm treat from Auntie Anne’s Pretzels.

The evening wraps up with holiday wishes from the mayor and city council and the tree-lighting ceremony that will include Menorah and Kinara light displays.

Jingle Jubilee is sponsored in part by the Maryland State Arts Council.

Celebrate the holiday season with the City of Gaithersburg. From visits with Santa and holiday concerts to seasonal crafts and a drive-through Winter Lights Festival, there’s plenty of festive fun for all ages. For more information, explore the Holiday Festivities calendar on the City’s website at www.gaithersburgMD.gov.