Buena Park Christmas Tree Lighting
Visitors gather to watch the lighting of the Christmas tree and enjoy community performances. The festivities include rides on a trackless train, writing letters to Santa, and photo opportunities with Mr. and Ms. Claus. Guests can also purchase treats from on-site food and dessert vendors.
What to Expect
Features trackless train rides and pictures with Mr. and Ms. Claus.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Buena Park
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
City of Buena Park Community Services Department
Food & Drink
Food and dessert vendors will be available.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children
Vibe
Festive and community-focused
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Attractions and food vendors open at 5:00pm; the tree lighting event begins at 6:00pm; the event concludes at 8:00pm.
Tips & Advice
- Arrive when the attractions and food vendors open, before the tree lighting starts, so the kids can ride the Trackless Train and write letters to Santa.
- Bring a new, unwrapped toy to the Community Services booth for the toy drive, which supports families served by the Friendly Center.
- Have your camera ready for pictures with Mr. and Ms. Claus and the other photo opportunities set up around City Hall.
- Save room for the food and dessert vendors, who open along with the attractions ahead of the tree lighting.
Special Events & Promotions
- New this year: the Fiberglass Glass attraction.
- The Santa train is back.
- A toy drive at the Community Services booth collects new, unwrapped toys for families served by the Friendly Center.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What can we do before the tree lighting?
The attractions open ahead of the lighting. These include the Trackless Train, the new Fiberglass Glass attraction and Letters to Santa. There are also photo opportunities and pictures with Mr. and Ms. Claus.
Is there food?
Yes. Food and dessert vendors open at the same time as the attractions.
How can I take part in the toy drive?
Bring a new, unwrapped toy to the Community Services booth. Donations support families served by the Friendly Center, Buena Park's family resource center.
Who is the event for?
Everyone is invited. Kids can ride the Santa train, write letters to Santa and get pictures with Mr. and Ms. Claus.
How can I perform, sell food or sponsor?
Musicians, vocalists and performers can email finearts@buenapark.com. Food vendors can apply for 2026. Businesses interested in sponsorship can email finearts@buenapark.com too.
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