Lights, Camera, Holiday Action! The ‘Theatre of Lights’ Twinkles into Sacramento

The holiday season in Sacramento kicked off spectacularly with the return of the annual‘Theatre of Lights’event, held the night before Thanksgiving. As the clock struck 5:30 p.m., families gathered at the Old Sacramento Waterfront, eager to witness the magical illumination of a towering 60-foot Christmas tree adorned with a stunning array of 24,000 lights. The excitement in the air was palpable, making it feel like the official start of the festive season.

At 6:15 p.m., the grand moment arrived as the tree lit up, inspiring cheers and warmth on a chilly evening. Following this enchanting ceremony, visitors were treated to a lively retelling of“Twas the Night Before Christmas,”woven together with a touch of Sacramento’s rich history. The 20-minute performance, hosted by the Downtown Sacramento Partnership, is perfect for audiences of all ages and truly brings holiday spirit to life.

But don’t fret if you missed the event; the‘Theatre of Lights’will continue to dazzle every Friday and Saturday until December 21! Grab your family, bundle up, and head out to share in the joy of this holiday staple—they say the more lights, the merrier! As they say, nothing says ‘holiday cheer’ like a gigantic tree and a good old-fashioned Christmas story. What could be better?