Reading, North Reading Chamber Plans Holiday Tree Lighting

READING, MA - Reading community members are still in the midst of Thanksgiving preparations this week.

As the region approaches the Thanksgiving holiday, though, the Reading-North Reading Chamber of Commerce is also getting set to ring in the winter holiday season with its Reading Holiday Tree Lighting this weekend.

The event is set for Sunday, Nov. 27 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Reading Town Common.

This year's tree lighting marks the return of the annual tradition after a two-year COVID-19 disruption. Both the town of Reading and the Reading - North Reading Chamber have promoted the event in recent days and weeks. A similar event is planned in North Reading.

All told, event plans call for amenities including a live ice sculpture creation, trolly rides, visits with children’s characters, hayrides, s’mores and an appearance by Santa Claus, among other things.

There will be performances by various musical acts as well as performer Jenny the Juggler.

The Reading Holiday Tree Lighting is backed by signature sponsor Austin Prep.