FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 3, 2025
Event Coordinator: Gamar Mirzakhanian
Email: GMirzakhanian@GlendaleCA.gov
Phone: (818) 937-7429
City Media Contact: Communications and Community Relations
Email: Communications@GlendaleCA.gov
Phone: (818) 548-3342
City of Glendale Hosts 40th Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Event
Glendale, CA – The City of Glendale is proud to announce its 40th Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony, an event that brings the community together to celebrate the joy, warmth, and generosity of the holiday season. This cherished tradition will take place on December 3rd, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM in Perkins Plaza at City Hall.
The evening will feature a dazzling 32-foot holiday tree, adorned with over 500 ornaments and 8,500 sparkling lights, beautifully prepared by Glendale’s Public Works team, as well as tiny villages nestled beneath the trees throughout the plaza by Glendale’s Community Services and Parks department. Attendees can look forward to musical and dance performances from local schools and community groups, including Mark Keppel Elementary School, Toll Middle School, Revolution Dance Studio, and a special visit from Santa Claus, assisted by Girl Scout Troop 2571.
“This tree lighting is about more than lights and decorations—it’s about neighbors coming together and feeling at home in Glendale,” said Glendale Mayor Ara Najarian. “Reaching the 40-year milestone shows just how meaningful this tradition is to our community.”
For those unable to attend in person, Glendale TV will record the event and share it across multiple platforms, so residents can experience the holiday cheer from home.
Key Event Details:
- What: 40th Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony
- When: December 3, 2025
- Where: Perkins Plaza at Glendale City Hall, 141 N. Glendale Ave., Glendale, CA 91206
- Highlights: Live performances, tree lighting countdown, Santa Claus appearance, and toy drive donations
Since its inception in 1985, the Glendale Holiday Tree Lighting has grown into one of the city’s most anticipated events. With the support of local schools, city departments, and community groups, this celebration captures the essence of the holiday season.
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Known as the “Jewel City,” Glendale is the fourth largest city of Los Angeles County. With a population of almost 200,000, Glendale is a thriving cosmopolitan city that is rich in history, culturally diverse, and offers nearly 50 public parks & facilities, with easy access to a municipal airport. It is the home to a vibrant business community, with major companies in healthcare, entertainment, manufacturing, retail, and banking. Visit GlendaleCA.gov for more information and follow us on social media @MyGlendale.
