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The holiday season is almost here! Communities across Northeastern Pennsylvania are gearing up for their eagerly awaited tree lighting ceremonies. With hundreds of twinkling lights, ornaments up the wazoo, and special appearances from Santa, these events are a great way to get into the spirit with family and friends.

We’ve rounded up some upcoming tree lighting celebrations in NEPA that you won’t want to miss!

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Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting Ceremony

November 23 at 3PM – Wilkes-Barre, PA

The city of Wilkes-Barre will hold their annual Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting Ceremony on November 24. The parade starts at 3PM with the tree lighting to follow.

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The WEJL Tower Lighting

November 27 at 12PM

Every holiday season, The WEJL Tower Lighting colorfully illuminates the night sky. This year’s celebration includes vendors, food trucks, and a special fireworks display at 6PM!

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Stroudsburg Christmas Tree Lighting

November 29 at 5:30PM – Stroudsburg, PA

The annual Christmas Tree Lighting is one of the most magical evenings of the year in Downtown Stroudsburg! With music, visit with the Grinch, and more, there’s plenty to see and do. The tree gets lit around 6:30PM, followed by Santa’s arrival on the Firetruck.

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Forty Fort Tree Lighting

November 30 at 4PM – Forty Fort, PA

Don’t miss this year’s Forty Fort Tree Lighting! Santa will arrive at 4PM, along with carolers, hot chocolate, and treats. The tree lighting will begin around 5:15PM.

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White Haven Hometown Holidays Festival

November 30 at 9AM – White Haven, PA

Celebrate the magic of the season and support local businesses at the White Haven Hometown Holidays Festival! This festive community event offers a full day of holiday activities. Check out the long list of highlights on their event page.

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Hazleton Holiday Celebration

December 4 at 5PM – Hazleton, PA

Starting at 5PM, Mayor Jeff Cusat welcomes the community to light City Hall’s Christmas tree. Musical performances and guest appearances from Santa and Mrs. Claus will follow shortly after!

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Community Tree Lighting Ceremony

December 6 at 5:30PM – Jim Thorpe, PA

Get in the holiday spirit in Jim Thorpe as the community kicks off the holiday season with a tree lighting. Enjoy music by the Jim Thorpe High School Band, Jim Thorpe cheerleaders, chorus and the arrival of Santa at 6 p.m.

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4th Annual CAN DO Community Park Tree Lighting

December 6 at 4:30PM – Hazleton, PA

CAN DO will be holding its 4th Annual Tree Lighting ceremony. They’ll have holiday music, photo opportunities with Santa & Mrs. Claus, a living Nativity scene, and their signature Student Action Committee Hot Cocoa Bar!

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Toy Truck Parade and Tree Lighting

December 7 at 6PM – Pittston, PA

Join the Downtown Pittston Partnership for the annual Toy Truck Parade and Tree Lighting. Presented by Froggy 101, the Toy Truck Parade will begin at 6PM with the Tree Lighting to follow.

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Milford Tree Lighting

December 7 at 4PM – Milford, PA

Get into the holiday spirit with activities throughout the town. Enjoy cookie swaps, photo booths, Mr. and Mrs. Claus, extended shopping hours, luminaries, the tree lighting!

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West Scranton Tree Lighting Celebration

December 7 at 4:30PM – Scranton, PA

NeighborWorks will be hosting its second West Scranton Tree Lighting Celebration! Enjoy music, hot drinks, and more. At 6:30pm, they light up Allen Park with Santa Claus to kick off the holiday season.

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Dallas Township Christmas Tree Lighting

December 7 at 5PM – Dallas, PA

This free event features a community tree lighting, photos with Santa, the Grinch, children’s activities, face-painting, s’mores, vendors, food trucks, music, and more.

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Ashland’s Old-Fashioned Christmas

December 7 at 5PM – Ashland, PA

Ashland’s Old-Fashioned Christmas includes a gingerbread house contest, Santa parade, horse-drawn carriage rides, lighting the community tree and more! Don’t miss this quaint downtown celebration.

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Find More Festive Events

Get ready to fill your calendar with holiday magic! From charming winter markets to meet-and-greets with Santa, NEPA is bursting with holiday cheer. Check out our events calendar to plan your most joyful season yet!