The Holiday Season will officially begin in the City of Pico Rivera with the City’s annual Holiday and Tree Lighting Festival on Saturday, November 23, 2024, on the grounds of City Hall from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.
The popular wintry event will include an Elves Arts & Crafts Workshop for Kids, Elves Face Painting and Balloon Art, a ride aboard the Santa Express, food, and a Holiday Vendor Fair. Plus, City Hall will be transformed into a Winter Wonderland, complete with a FREE snow sledding area, so be sure to bring your snow boots and mittens.
In addition to the snow sledding area, live entertainment will be featured starting at 5:00 p.m., featuring performances from the Sugarplums, Blink 180True, and No Duh starting.
City officials and the community will gather for the official Tree Lighting Ceremony which will take place from 6:30 to 7:00 p.m.
“This is an annual tradition that our community looks forward to as the Holiday season officially begins,” said City Manager Steve Carmona. “We’re excited to see everyone join us alongside their family, friends, and neighbors, and have a great time at this Holiday event.”
The Holiday Festival and Tree Lighting Ceremony, including Holiday activities are FREE. It’s advisable to bring cash for the event vendors as many may not accept digital forms of payment.
Please note that Passons Boulevard will be closed between Wampler and Marjorie Streets from 7:00 a.m. to midnight to accommodate the stage and viewing area. Parking will be available along residential streets and at El Rancho High School’s east parking lot.
For more information, call 562.801.4430 or log onto the City’s website at pico-rivera.org.
