Culver City will celebrate the holidays with a Tree Lighting Ceremony on Thursday, December 06 at 6:00 pm. Presented by the Downtown Business Association and the City of Culver City, the event will feature an appearance by Santa Claus all the way from the North Pole.

There will be hot cider, hot cocoa and festive treats to make everyone feel merry, plus performances by local choirs and appearances by the Mayor and city council members. Culver City makes this holiday celebration "green" and energy efficient, lighting a 22-foot artificial tree with LED lights. Stay afterwards for a spin on the outdoor Holiday Ice Rink.

[photo of last year's ceremony courtesy of Culver CIty Times member Ysa Adams. Thanks Ysa!]