CORNER OF WEST MARION AVE. AND TAYLOR STREET
LIGHT UP THE NIGHT: DOWNTOWN PUNTA GORDA CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING
Date: December 5
Time: Starting at 5:30 p.m.
Light Up The Night, Downtown Punta Gorda’s most cherished Christmas event, will dazzle the whole family. Taking place the first Friday of December, there’s no better way to kick off the holiday season!
This enchanting celebration brings everyone together in a joyous display of holiday spirit, complete with delightful food, captivating Christmas-themed activities, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere for the whole family.
Festivities include a variety of fun-filled activities like face painting, games, and crafts and a selection of food trucks offering delicious delights, to be announced.
Adding to the festive feel there will be live music from a talented local band weaving a musical tapestry of festive melodies, setting the stage for a truly joyful atmosphere. As their instruments harmonize and their voices resonate, the air becomes alive with the spirit of the season. Get ready to tap your toes, clap your hands, and let the melodies of the local band create a symphony of happiness that will linger in your heart long after the event has concluded.
The actual lighting of the tree will happen at 7 p.m.! Gather around the majestic Christmas tree for the collective countdown. In this enchanting moment, watch the tree come to life as it illuminates the park with a stunning display of colors. The weather forecast includes a gentle and whimsical snowfall.
Don’t miss the ultimate Christmas Celebration for the whole family!
ONGOING – PUNTA GORDA FARMER’S MARKETS
SATURDAYS Your local Farmer’s Market with produce, seafood, meat, ethnic cuisine, arts, crafts, live music, working artists and much more.
Featuring over 70 vendors. Located in beautiful downtown Punta Gorda. Every Saturday, rain or shine (unless it falls on Christmas Day, an active Hurricane Warning day or other unforeseen event).
May to September – 8 a.m. to noon October to April – 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
