35th Annual Anoka Tree Lighting

Dates

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About

?We're bringing holiday magic to the Anoka Community! The City of Anoka is proud to host a festive and enchanting tree lighting celebration designed for families and neighbors to come together and share in the joy of the season. ?This year's 35th annual event takes place at Anoka City Hall River Plaza (2015 1st Ave), on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 3-7 p.m.

• Visit with Santa & Mrs. Claus 
• Listen to the magical sounds of the 7th Avenue Carolers (4:45-5:45 p.m. at 2nd & Jackson)
• Savor holiday music throughout the event
• Indulge in delicious treats from food vendors
• Take a scenic ride on the horse-drawn trolleys (3-6 p.m.)
• Warm up by the bonfires
• Visit the live reindeer and petting zoo
• Snap photos at various selfie stations
• 5:55 p.m. Gather by the tree for the welcome and exciting countdown to the tree lighting

Community Giving 

• Toys for Joy is accepting new, unwrapped gifts for children in need
• Organizers are collecting non-perishable food items and monetary donations for ACBC Food Shelf.

Join us for a festive holiday event!