The City of Piedmont and the Piedmont Beautification Foundation invite community members to kick off the holiday season on Wednesday, December 6^th at 7:00pm at Lights Up Piedmont! in front of Piedmont Community Hall.

Now in its second year under this name, Lights Up Piedmont! expands and evolves Piedmont’s beloved holiday tree lighting ceremony, which dates back to 1969. Longstanding traditions, including the illumination of the 80-foot redwood tree and a cappella serenades by Piedmont High School’s Troubadours will continue, now enhanced by new elements intended to create a more inclusive and welcoming event that celebrates the diversity of our community.

In the depths of winter, celebrations centered around light are common to cultures across the globe. Building on this theme, Lights Up! features expanded lighting around Piedmont Park, the lighting of a menorah concurrently with the tree, and inclusive, seasonal activities for all ages coordinated by the Piedmont Recreation Department. Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area will provide a recipient to flip the switch for the lights. There will be apple cider, hot cocoa, and latkes to keep attendees warm.

Per tradition, Santa Claus will be available for photos inside Community Hall, and children are invited to write letters to Santa and deposit them in a special mailbox addressed to North Pole. Santa will read every letter.

Lights Up! will take place rain or shine.