Lighting of the Square
Visitors gather around the downtown square to celebrate the start of the holiday season. The festive lights are switched on to illuminate the square and continue shining nightly into the New Year.
What to Expect
Annual holiday lighting celebration held the day after Thanksgiving.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Georgetown
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Downtown Georgetown Association
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and holiday light fans
Vibe
Festive and communal
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: 5:30 PM (CST).
- Parking: Free parking is available at Seventh and Rock streets; Austin Avenue and Fifth Street; Martin Luther King Jr. Street and Seventh and Eighth streets; and the parking garage at Fourth and Rock streets.
Tips & Advice
- Use one of the listed free parking areas, including the garage at Fourth and Rock streets.
- If you cannot attend the lighting event, the holiday lights remain on every evening through January 1.
- The event is held around the downtown square, so plan to walk around the square to see the lights.
- Keep the listed parking locations handy: Seventh and Rock, Austin Avenue and Fifth, or the Martin Luther King Jr. Street area.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will the holiday lights remain on?
The lights remain lit every evening through January 1.
Where can I park for the event?
Free parking is available at Seventh and Rock streets; Austin Avenue and Fifth Street; Martin Luther King Jr. Street and Seventh and Eighth streets; and the garage at Fourth and Rock streets.
Can I see the lights after the event night?
Yes. The holiday lights remain lit every evening through January 1.
Is the lighting event an annual celebration?
Yes. It is described as an annual holiday-season event.
What does the event celebrate?
It celebrates the start of the holiday season with the lighting of the downtown square.
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