The City of Palm Coast's annual tree lighting ceremony takes place Saturday, November 28, the city government announced on Thursday. The popular community gathering takes place at Central Park in Town Center.
As always, the ceremony will feature a host of holiday activities for attendees of all ages. Central Park will be adorned with an intricate holiday light display, activities for families, music and entertainment, food, and an appearance from Santa Claus himself. The day's special guest will arrive by way of a Palm Coast Fire Department engine.
Kids who attend will have the chance to visit Santa's Village, take pictures with Santa Claus, and write and send him letters, the city says. Crafts will be available for kids to participate in, and the event has historically featured a kids' train taking younger attendees around the park.
Also of note, the Rotary Club of Flagler County will unveil their 21st Anniversary Fantasy Lights Festival at Central Park. This display, by now a local fixture of the holiday season, spans around the perimeter of the Central Park lake. It features a diverse array of Christmas light displays and other colorful installations.
The tree lighting ceremony takes place from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 28. Central Park is located at 975 Central Avenue.
"The City of Palm Coast invites the community to make plans to celebrate the start of the holiday season at Central Park and experience the first night of this year’s Fantasy Lights Festival," a city spokesperson said. "Admission is free for the light festival, and donations are appreciated to support the Rotary’s community service programs. For full festival details and schedule, visit www.flaglerrotary.org."
