Christmas Tree Lightings in Des Moines

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CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING DES MOINESKick off the holidays at a Christmas tree lighting happening in and around Des Moines. Bundle up the family and get ready to enjoy the lights. 

Christmas Tree Lightings

Nov 22 | Holiday Promenade, East Village
5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Kick off the shopping season with the tree lighting at the annual Holiday Promenade.

Nov 22 | Santa’s Arrival, Holiday Tree Lighting, and Fireworks, Jordan Creek Amphitheater
6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Get ready for Santa’s grand entry, a mesmerizing Holiday Tree Lighting, and an amazing fireworks display! Enjoy live holiday tunes by Gimikk in our amphitheater and stay tuned for a magical finale.

Nov 23 | Christmas Tree Lighting, Hope West Des Moines
5 p.m. to 8 p.m
Celebrate the beginning of the Advent season with indoor worship and an outdoor tree-lighting event! The night will include a message by Pastor Mike and Christmas carols by Hope Worship as we count down to the lighting of a 25-foot Christmas tree and thousands of other lights!

Nov 29 | Jolly Holiday Lights Kick-Off Ceremony, Iowa State Fairgrounds
5 p.m. 
The kickoff of the 2024 lights in their NEW location. 

Nov 26 | Mayor’s Tree Lighting, Charles Gabus Memorial Tree Park & Garden
5:30 p.m.
Join the Mayor and City Council as they flip-the-switch and light up the Charles Gabus Memorial Tree Park with 50,000 lights for the holiday season! There will be hot cocoa and cookies for you to enjoy as you walk around the beautifully decorated park.

Nov 29–Dec 1| Festival of Trees and Lights, Iowa Events Center
See the most beautifully decorated trees at this fundraiser for Blank Children’s Hospital.

Nov 29 | Tree Lighting at Holiday Hullabaloo, 10320 Hickman Rd, Clive
10 a.m.
Opening day at Holiday Hullabaloo includes a tree lighting, santa, live reindeer, and so much more! 

Nov 30 | Christmas in Olde Town, Altoona
2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Enjoy live music, walking tours, the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony, a light show, and a special appearance from Santa.

Dec 6 | Mayor’s Tree Lighting, Clive Public Library
5:30-7 pm
Bring the family for indoor and outdoor activities, including lighted hayrack rides, caroling, bell choir performances, refreshments, and a special visit from the man himself, Santa!

Dec 6 | Waukee WinterFest, Waukee Triangle, Ashworth Dr & 6th St, Waukee
6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Bring on the holiday cheer with your friends, family, and neighbors at Waukee’s free, annual WinterFest celebration. Free soup, cookies, and hot cocoa. Activities and tree lighting.

Dec 7 | Mayor’s Tree Lighting, Town Square Park in the District at Prairie Trail in Ankeny
Tree lighting at 6 p.m.; fireworks at 6:30 p.m.


 Looking for more festive fun in Des Moines? Check out these holiday guides.

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