Concord Christmas Tree Lighting, Fireworks A Go For Friday

CONCORD, NH — Concord’s Christmas tree lighting event is a go for Friday with the return of fireworks, too.

The event runs from 4 to 7 p.m. and will feature a balloon animal maker, wagon rides, cider, hot chocolate, and Santa. From 4 to 5 p.m., there will be a magic show. A DJ will also be playing music before the lighting. There will also be a children’s costume contest.

Donations will be accepted in a bucket or via Square at the lineup and the wagons. Organizers raised enough money for a short fireworks display but would like more donations to fund next year’s event.

Santa is expected to arrive at 6:30 p.m. and will illuminate the tree around 6:45 p.m. The fireworks will be set off around 7 p.m. near the Everett Arena. Organizers suggest viewing the fireworks from the Legislative Parking Garage or King’s Plaza.

Here are some highlights from last year.

Sponsors this year include Kiwanis, Alfano Law, PLLC, Banks Chevrolet, Shawn Hackshaw, Merrimack County Savings Bank, David Mailhot, the Concord Business Center, Ransmeier & Spellman, Havenwood Heritage Heights, and NH Trust Financial Advisors.

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