The holiday season is off to a roaring start in Old Sacramento with the arrival of a jaw-dropping 60-foot Christmas tree! Standing tall and proud between Front and Second streets, this beauty was harvested from Hatchet Mountain in Shasta County and weighs in at a hefty 12,000 pounds. Just imagine the work it took to arrange such a massive tree—talk about measuring twice and cutting once!
The festive spectacle doesn’t just stop at the size; the tree will be decorated with a dazzling array of nearly 24,000 lights, 550 icicles, and 400 strobe lights, making it the ultimate holiday beacon. It’s all set for its official lighting on November 26, where locals and visitors alike can gather to watch as the magic unfolds. And in a cheeky nod to the Sacramento Kings, it’ll even shine purple on game nights! That’s one way to keep the holiday spirit alive while cheering on your team.
Speaking of holiday cheer, this time of year is all about coming together, shopping local, and soaking in the festive vibes. With activities lined up along K Street, residents can send letters to Santa, enjoy live music, and maybe even score some raffle prizes. So, what’s your favorite holiday tradition? Do you have a funny story about holiday decorating disasters? Let’s swap some festive tales!
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Andrew Johnson
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