Lightin’ Up Downtown & The City of Kenosha Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Schedule
Fri Nov 29 2024 at 03:30 pm
UTC-06:00Location
Go Downtown Kenosha | Kenosha, WI
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The City of Kenosha Christmas tree lighting ceremony kicks off the holiday season as part of the “Lightin’ Up” celebration downtown. This FREE event takes place at a NEW location this year: Veterans Memorial Park (6th Avenue and 52nd Street). The family program is sure to put you in the holiday spirit. Enjoy live entertainment featuring Ben Mulwana and caroling leading up to the tree lighting, which will be led by Mayor David Bogdala and Santa Claus. Mrs. Claus will be present as well.
Location:
Veterans Memorial Park
5220 Sixth Avenue
Next to City Hall
Time:
Program begins at 3:30 p.m.
Tree lighting at 4:30 p.m.
Lightin' Up Details:
Following the Tree Lighting, the Lightin' Up celebration continues with family activities, live entertainment, and special promotions at participating Downtown businesses, attractions, and outdoor spaces throughout the evening. Shops will be open extended hours with window displays for all to enjoy (be sure to vote for your favorite!).
Ride the Electric Streetcar for FREE to move about the downtown with ease! Remember, the parking ramp at 56th Street and 8th Avenue is free!
ACTOR'S CRAFT 7TH AVENUE THEATER & ACTING STUDIO
Address: 4900 Seventh Avenue
Time: Following the Tree Lighting to 7pm
Letters to Santa with Mrs. Claus
RHODE CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Address: 514 56th Street
Time: Following the Tree Lighting to 7pm
Visit with Santa
FRIENDSHIP PARK
Address: 5834 6th Avenue
Time: 5:30pm to 7pm
A second tree lighting ceremony
Roasted chestnuts
Cookies for sale
Music
Shopping at businesses on Sixth Avenue A
WYNDHAM GARDEN - KENOSHA HARBORSIDE
Address: 5125 6th Avenue
Time: Following the Tree Lighting to 7pm
Outdoor family activity area with family-friendly games
Midwest DJ Productions with holiday tunes
Fire pits for making s’mores (kits available to purchase)
Bar open inside the hotel
Entertainment later in the evening at the Kenosha Comedy Club inside the hotel
HERZING UNIVERSITY
Address: 5800 7th Avenue
Time: 5pm to 7pm
Live reindeer
Live music by Haley Klinkhammer
Hot cocoa served by DayBreak Church
Fire pits
Food trucks on site with food to purchase
Light up Customized Christmas tree giveaway (first 500 kids get one for free)
New toys will be collected for Toys for Tots with Veteran’s Together Charity Forever
New twin bedding and pillows will be collected for Sleep in Heavenly Peace Racine Kenosha
And more!
AND MORE!
Additional information will be posted here as it becomes available!
Brought to you by the City of Kenosha, the Lakeshore Business Improvement District, Visit Kenosha, and supporting partners.
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Where is it happening?
Go Downtown Kenosha, 600 52nd St, Kenosha, WI 53140-3423, United States,KenoshaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
