Davis Community Invited to 43rd Annual Candlelight Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 5

The City of Davis is gearing up for its 43rd annual Candlelight Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony. Set to light up the town on December 5, 2024, the event will begin with a parade starting at 6 p.m. from the Davis Food Co-op parking lot, winding its way to the E Street Plaza. Those looking to join in on the festivity should arrive at the starting point, located at 620 G Street, before 5:45 p.m., as reported by the official

City of Davis news release

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Motorists be warned: street closures will impact the normal ebb and flow of downtown traffic. G Street, Third Street, and E Street will all see rolling shutdowns, which may cause delays, especially around intersections such as Fifth Street. Parade attendees and evening commuters should prepare for possible slowdowns, as the city comes alive with festive cheer. For convenience, attendees are encouraged to walk, bike, or use public transit to attend the celebrations.

Upon the parade’s conclusion at E Street Plaza, Mayor Josh Chapman and the Davis City Council members will commence the official tree lighting at 6:30 p.m. As part of the evening’s entertainment, the crowd will be treated to performances from local groups, the charm of horse and carriage rides, and the wandering of mascot characters. The Varsity Theatre is hosting free showings of the short film “Olaf’s Frozen Adventure,” with Santa and Mrs. Claus stopping by for photo opportunities.

According to a statement made by the

City of Davis

, Mayor Josh Chapman shared, “The Candlelight Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony is a cherished Davis tradition.” He also added, “As the year draws to a close, this season reminds us of the joys of connection and celebration – qualities that make Davis an amazing place to live.” These activities aim to foster a sense of community and festive joy as the year winds down. Residents can find more information on how to participate in the parade or learn about the ceremony by contacting Carrie Dyer at

[email protected]

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The event sees support from several local businesses and city employee associations, including the Varsity Theatre, Davis Food Co-op, Valley Clean Energy, and city employee associations like the Davis Police Officers Association (DPOA), Davis Firefighters Local 3494, Davis City Employee Association (DCEA), and the Program Administrative Support Employee Association (PASEA). For further details and press inquiries, Barbara Archer can be contacted at

[email protected]

or by phone at 530-400-3418.

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