11th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at Los Angeles Union Station

A family-friendly kick-off to the holiday season at Los Angeles Union Station. This festive event is free for all ages and open to all!
About this Event

Join Los Angeles Union Station for the 11th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Thursday, November 19, 2026 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This family-friendly celebration will take place in the historic Ticket Concourse to kick off the holiday season.

This year’s celebration will include:

• Charles Phoenix will host the free, family-friendly evening
• Live musical performances by Mariachi Ausente and Lizzy & the Triggermen presented by Metro Art Presents
• Towering stilt walkers will roam the station in festive costumes
• Santa and special guests from the North Pole for photo opportunities
• Enjoy sweet treats and other family-friendly activities

This event is free for all ages and open to the public. Tickets are not required, please visit Union Station. Follow @unionstationla on Facebook or Instagram. See you there!

Go Metro to Union Station: Union Station is accessible via Metro Rail, Metro Bus, Metro Bike Share, Metrolink, Amtrak and several municipal bus lines. Take the A, B, D or J Line directly to Union Station. Plan your trip with the easy-to-use LA Metro – Official app on Apple App Store or Google Play Store, the trip planner on metro.net or by calling 323.GO.METRO.

Park at Union Station East or West, starting at $8.

Please park bicycles before entering the event space. Secure, controlled-access bicycle parking is available through Metro Bike Hub, or guests may use the bicycle racks located outside the station.