Whether it’s your first or 60th time, the Lake Oswego Tree Lighting is an experience you won’t want to miss on Friday, Nov. 29. The official tree lighting is at 5:30 p.m., but come early to enjoy the delights of a European-style market, 3 to 7 p.m., in Millennium Park Plaza.

This special 60th year celebrates what Lake Oswego is known for — community. The Festival welcomes students from both high schools performing holiday music standards, and special “crowd immersion” performances from the Dickens Singers. The Millennium Concert Band returns to light the tree and end the evening with festive music, rain or shine.

There’s something for everyone, including the arrival of the “bearded one” — the opportunity to let Santa know what’s on your list this year and get that first holiday photo. He’s bringing his reindeer and a few characters like Rudolph and Olaf. Holiday photo opportunities abound throughout the marketplace.

Thanks to this year’s title sponsor Nicoletta’s Table (Shari Newman and family) who will lead the lighting with Mayor Joe Buck and Gold Sponsor LUXE/Forbes Global Properties (with the Terry Sprague family).

Wine tastings, food carts, festive holiday music, reindeer, Santa — what more could you ask for in celebrating the day after Thanksgiving and kicking off the holiday season in a town that celebrates community!

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