Babcock Ranch Tree Lighting Festival
Visitors can gather to watch Santa make a special guest appearance to light the community Christmas tree. The event includes an illuminated boardwalk for holiday strolls, a selection of food trucks, and an ice rink.
What to Expect
Features tree lighting with Santa, an illuminated boardwalk, and an ice rink.
Event Details
Food & Drink
Food trucks will be on site.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and friends looking for a festive holiday outing
Vibe
Festive and magical
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Free, with registration requested. – Get tickets
- Hours: 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM.
Tips & Advice
- Register ahead of the festival, as organizers request registration to estimate how many people will attend.
- Allow time to stroll along the illuminated boardwalk as part of your visit.
- Bring the family to try the new ice rink, which is featured this year.
- Plan to get food from the festival’s food trucks while you are there.
Special Events & Promotions
- Free admission.
- Santa makes a guest appearance to light the Christmas tree.
- A new ice rink is featured this year.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is registration required?
Registration is requested so organizers can estimate attendance.
What happens at the tree lighting?
Santa makes a guest appearance to light the Christmas tree.
What can visitors do during the festival?
The illuminated boardwalk is available for a holiday stroll, and there is an ice rink.
Will there be food available?
Food trucks are part of the festival.
What is new this year?
A new ice rink is featured this year.
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