The second annual Cal Heights Neighborhood Tree Lighting ceremony will take place Thursday, December 5 from 4:30 to 7:30pm at the corner of Orange Ave. and Bixby Rd. in Long Beach at f/8 Studios and California Heights Market.
This is a free community event sponsored by Long Beach District 5 Councilwoman Megan Kerr's office, and planned in conjunction with the Cal Heights Business District and Cal Heights Neighborhood Association.
At 4:30pm, Councilwoman Kerr and other community leaders will be on hand to make remarks before a spectacular 15' tree is lit followed by a visit from Santa Claus. Holiday choirs from Cal Heights Music and Cal Heights Methodist Church will provide live carols before and after the lighting.
Following the tree lighting ceremony, guests will enjoy the following holiday activities sponsored by local businesses, which will take place behind California Heights Market and f/8 Studios:
- Snow play area sponsored by Long Beach District 5
- Story time with Santa and Mrs. Claus from f/8 Studios
- Photo opportunities with characters from the Long Beach Ballet Nutcracker
- Cookie decorating with The Cookie Trail
- Disco ball ornament-making with Goods on Orange
- Holiday hair tinsel with Lofty Dream Salon
- Holiday pop-up shop and book signing inside f/8 Studios
- Holiday activity and merchandise with Cal Heights Music
- Coffee and hot chocolate from Steelhead Coffee
- Yummy treats and drinks from Roxanne's
- California Heights Neighborhood informational booth
- California Heights Business District informational booth
Additional event sponsors include:
- Tempoe Entertainment DJs, who will provide music and special FX services.
- Stephanie's Linens, who will provide event rentals, lighting, and heaters.
Parking is limited, and walking to the event is strongly encouraged. We hope to see you there!
