Holiday Tree Lightings In Newark: Kids Activities, Food Trucks, Music

NEWARK, NJ — A pair of holiday tree lighting events will take place in Newark this month. Learn more about each event below.

DOWNTOWN LIGHTING

The Newark Downtown District (NDD) will host its 11th annual Holiday Tree Lighting on Saturday, Dec. 7 from 2 to 6 p.m.

The free, family-friendly event will take place at Military Park, 51 Park Place. Learn more here.

Here’s what to expect, organizers said:

“The NDD kicks off the holiday season downtown by putting up a 40-foot holiday tree in the center of Downtown Newark, bringing holiday cheer and an extra special glow to the community. The NDD then transforms the city by installing beautiful LED snowflakes on the light poles to sparkle throughout the district. As the sun sets, the city is lit up with glittering lights creating a festive atmosphere that turns the downtown into a magical winter wonderland. The NDD’s Annual Holiday Tree Lighting is always a fun-filled family event. Normally, the event takes place downtown with a visit from Santa, a live DJ, carnival games, a trackless train for children to take a ride on, and local food vendors selling treats and warm hot chocolate.”

CITY HALL LIGHTING

The City of Newark will hold its 39th annual Tree Lighting Celebration at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 10. The public event will take place at City Hall, 920 Broad Street.

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