Lakewood Lights the Holidays

Published on November 14, 2024

Lakewood Lights

Nov. 14, 2024 – Join Lakewood’s mayor and City Council to celebrate the holiday season during a lighting ceremony and festivities at Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park from 5 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 5. Lakewood Lights features free entertainment and family friendly activities:

  • Holiday carols
  • Hot cocoa and holiday treats
  • Ornament crafting station
  • Free visits with Santa Claus (sensory friendly visits, 3-5 p.m.)
  • Holiday shopping in the Museum Store

 

Festive fun

Kick off the holidays with a festive lighting ceremony hosted at the Gazebo at 5:30 p.m. then gather with friends, family and neighbors for a heartwarming evening of carols, cookies and hot cocoa. The historic buildings of Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park will be glowing with lights and open to the public for this special occasion. Looking for a unique holiday gift? Shop the Museum Store during the event or craft an original ornament while you wait for a free visit with Santa Claus.

Plan your visit

Please note that this is an outdoor event so dress accordingly. Santa visits will be hosted in the Visitor Center and be offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Parking is available at Heritage Lakewood Belmar Park at 801 S. Yarrow St. and in the surrounding area. Learn more about this event and check out all the holiday happenings in Lakewood at Lakewood.org/Holiday.

Lakewood Lights is generously supported by Alameda Connects, FedEx, Fermelia Dental, Title Boxing Club and the citizens of the Scientific and Cultural Facilities District.