Anoka Christmas Tree Lighting
December 7 @ 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The Annual Anoka Tree Lighting event, a festive celebration that’s fun for the whole family! Enjoy a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus in the Santa Shack, listen to the cheerful sounds of the 7th Avenue Carolers and tahe St. Francis High School Madrigal Singers, and savor holiday music throughout the evening. Indulge in delicious treats from food vendors, take a scenic ride on the horse-drawn trolleys, warm up by the bonfires, and, of course, take part in the exciting countdown to the tree lighting.
Join us for a magical start to the holiday season in historic downtown Anoka at Anoka City Hall River Plaza (1st Ave. No.)
Schedule
3 pm Lighting of the Bonfires
3 pm Festive holiday music sets the scene
3-7 pm Food vendors serving up goodies!
3 pm Santa Claus ARRIVES!!
3-7 pm Visit Santa Claus in the Santa Shack (FREE)
3-7 pm Horse drawn trolley rides (FREE)
5:59 pm C-O-U-N-T-D-O-W-N to the tree lighting
6 pm Tree Lighting
Until 7 pm Bonfires, music, and horse drawn trolley rides continue.
Giving Back to the Community
This year, we’re also giving back to the community!
- Toys for Joy will be collecting new, unwrapped gifts for children in need! Gifts can be dropped off at their booth in the plaza.
- First Student Bus Company will be gathering non-perishable food items and monetary donations for the ACBC Food Shelf. Stuff the bus parked on 1st Ave near the plaza, as the elves welcome you!
- It’s a celebration of holiday magic and giving—don’t miss it!