The Tree Lighting Ceremony at Town Center was the perfect way to kick off the holiday season and the Fantasy Lights Festival! Families and friends gathered to celebrate with festive cheer and sparkling lights that brought the park to life.

Santa Claus arrived in style on a Palm Coast Fire Engine, delighting kids and adults alike. The evening was packed with fun activities, including writing letters at the “Letters to Santa” station, exploring Santa’s Village, and creating holiday crafts. A limited-edition 25th anniversary Christmas ornament was a highlight, with many lucky attendees taking home a keepsake to remember the night.

The beautifully decorated tree was the centerpiece of the celebration, lighting up the night sky and spreading joy through the crowd. Holiday music filled the air as families enjoyed delicious treats, warm drinks, and plenty of festive fun.

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A dark outdoor scene showing a group of people next to a large board decorated with snowflakes A dimly lit Christmas tree is partially visible in the background A small table with a light fixture is on the left

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A serene night scene featuring colorful holiday lights reflecting off a calm body of water On the right, a large, illuminated tree shaped display stands tall, its reflection shimmering on the surface below

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A row of colorful food trucks and parked cars under a vibrant purple and orange evening sky Trees and warm streetlights create a cozy atmosphere at the outdoor event

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A nighttime scene by a lake, featuring festive holiday lights reflecting on the water The decorations include illuminated figures and a tall tree In the background, a building marked "City Hall" is visible, with people gathered nearby

A nighttime scene of festive holiday lights reflecting on a lake Brightly colored decorations and a lit tree are visible along the water's edge, with palm trees silhouetted in the background

The Fantasy Lights Festival continues nightly from 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM through December 30th. Every night will feature 56 animated light displays, and music throughout the park.

Santa’s Village has several elf houses for the kids to explore, Santa’s Merry Train Ride nightly (weather permitting) and Santa will be there every Sunday night before Christmas Eve and snow on weekends!  On certain nights, live musical performances will be held on the stage.

The City of Palm Coast will have its City Holiday Market Expo, Saturday December 7th, 4:30-9:00 PM

All net proceeds from gate donations and sponsorships will go to support Rotary’s local non-profit charities and support college scholarships for high school seniors.