Artesia Tree Lighting Ceremony & Winter Wonderland

December 1, 2023, 5-8 p.m.

Artesia Park
18750 Clarkdale Avenue
Artesia, California
Free, cityofartesia.us
 
See the Lighting of the Holiday Tree at 5 p.m. City officials, music, a few speeches, and the flip of the switch to light the tree all launch an evening of family fun.

Even though it's Southern California where you rarely see snow, it's guaranteed at this event -15 tons of the white stuff, to be exact! Stay for a night of winter fun with activities for the whole family to enjoy:

• 15 tons of snow
• Kids performances
• Food trucks
• Kids play area
• Train rides
• Pictures with Santa

 

Main Street Electric Light Parade

November 30, 2023, 6 p.m. 

Merry and Bright is 2023 theme

Main Street
Artesia, California
artesiamainstreet.com/light-up-artesia

Parade of Lights steps off from Bulldog Bowl. Light Up Artesia is the kickoff to the holiday season in downtown Artesia! Artesia Main Street becomes a winter wonderland with thousands of lights in the trees along Main Street. Everyone gathers downtown for late night shopping with downtown merchants while Santa Claus is escorted downtown with the Parade of Lights. Santa stays to listen to holiday requests while outdoor vendors sell holiday gifts and treats. 

Artesia's annual holiday celebration and tree lighting ceremony is always a huge hit with 500 to 1,000 Artesians showing their holiday cheer. The mayor invites everyone to join him to count down for the tree lighting.

Artesia city officials block off the street in front of City Hall for a few minutes so crowd is safe as the tree is lit. Usually a choir performs holiday songs. Other events include the arrival of Santa Claus at the community center.

If you love holidays and celebrations, Artesia participates in many annual events such as the annual Halloween Spooktacular inviting the public to share in the fun.

Events are not guaranteed. It is your responsibility to confirm before going.