California Has Nation’s Christmas Tree
A week or so ago the National Christmas Tree at the White House in D.C. was lit. But closer to home in California there’s an annual tradition bestowed upon one of the state’s gems & icons — the Nation’s Christmas Tree — General Grant Tree. It’s not the oldest tree nor the biggest in the Sequoia-Kings Canyon National Forest, but it is truly a sight to behold. A ceremony and “Trek to see the Tree” sponsored by Sanger Chamber of Commerce on the 2nd Saturday in December, often is greeted with a snowy, white scene.
In addition to this beloved annual tradition, the California Capitol Christmas Tree is lit this week with Gov. Brown and his wife officiating.
Finally, Lighting of Christmas Tree Lane in Altadena is a special treat. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and also a California Landmark, approx. 135 Deodar Cedar trees create the oldest, large-scale outdoor Christmas display in the world!
Tree Lighting Ceremonies
December 7, 2018
Bellflower Tree Lighting & Santa
Benicia Christmas Tree Lighting California
Buena Park Christmas Tree Lighting
Burlingame Tree Lighting Celebration
Coronado Tree Lighting Ceremony
Culver City Tower Lighting Ceremony
Duarte Tree Lighting and Dinner
Emeryville Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration
Garden Grove Tree Lighting Ceremony
Grover Beach Tree Lighting Ceremony
Irwindale Tree Lighting Ceremony
La Quinta Christmas Tree Lighting
Lomita Tree Lighting Ceremony at City Hall
Pasadena Tree Lighting Festival
Petaluma Hospice Tree Lighting
Pismo Beach Pier Christmas Tree Lighting
Rosemead Tree Lighting Ceremony
San Francisco’s Union Square Tree Lighting
San Pablo Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Twain Harte Tree Lighting Ceremony
December 8, 2018
Alameda Mayor’s Holiday Tree Lighting
Alpine’s 25 Themed Christmas Trees Home Tour
Altadena Lighting of Christmas Tree Lane
Anaheim Nutcracker Christmas Tree Lighting
Cathedral City Snow Fest Tree Lighting
Lancaster Magical BLVD Christmas
Poway Christmas in the Park Tree Lighting Ceremony
Rialto Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting Ceremony
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