Illustration of a santa visit scene (Chaska Tree Lighting)
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Chaska Tree Lighting

Attendees gather for the lighting of a 50-foot holiday tree and warm up around cozy bonfires. The event includes a special visit from Santa and delicious s'mores. Sensory-friendly zones adjacent to the event offer fidget toys, headphones, and coloring or crafts.

What to Expect

Features the lighting of a 50-foot holiday tree, bonfires, and Santa.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Chaska Parks and Recreation

Food & Drink

S’mores are available at the bonfires while supplies last; no other food or drink.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and cozy

Energy Level

Low

Budget

Free

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Location

Firemen's Park
3210 Chaska Blvd, Chaska, MN 55318
Chaska, MN

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: Free.
  • Hours: 6 - 7:30 PM.
  • Accessibility: Chaska Parks and Recreation offers sensory-friendly zones at its events, next to the action, with fidget toys, headphones, and coloring or crafts.

Tips & Advice

  • Head to the s'mores early in the evening, because they're handed out only while supplies last at Firemen's Park.
  • Dress warmly for an evening outdoors at Firemen's Park in late November, and plan to warm up by the bonfires after the lighting.
  • Stick around after the 50-foot tree lights up for the special visit from Santa, along with the bonfires and s'mores.
  • If your child needs a break from the crowd, look for the Chaska Parks and Recreation sensory-friendly zone with fidget toys, headphones and coloring or crafts.

Quick Actions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is there to do at the tree lighting?

You can watch the 50-foot holiday tree get lit, then stay for bonfires, s'mores and a visit from Santa.

Is there any food?

S'mores are handed out while supplies last.

Will Santa be there?

Yes. Santa makes a special visit.

Is there a quiet space for kids who get overwhelmed?

Chaska Parks and Recreation offers sensory-friendly zones at its events. They sit next to the action and have fidget toys, headphones, and coloring or crafts.

How can I volunteer or sponsor?

Contact Sydney Seiffert, Recreation Supervisor for Community Events at Chaska Parks and Recreation. The tree itself is sponsored by the Chaska 100 Club.

Tags

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Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team