Each November, Downtown Parker becomes its own Rockwell painting, with enormous trees forming a canopy of twinkling lights in O’Brien Park and up and down Mainstreet. The season starts with the traditional Mayor’s Tree Lighting event. Friday, November 29th, join Mayor Jeff Toborg, the Parker Chorale, performers from The Nutcracker of Parker and, of course, Mr. and Mrs. Claus, for a magical evening marking the start of Parker’s Hometown Holiday Season.
The holiday spirit will spread through the crowd as the event kicks off with the Parker Chorale leading a “Silent Night” sing-along, followed by the countdown to the lighting of the Town tree and park. Once the lights come on you can stroll paths through the park to take in the festive ice sculptures, meet some favorite holiday characters with stories and activities to enjoy, maybe spot the “Elf in the Tree” through the twinkling lights, or take pictures with Elsa and Olaf!
Adding to the evening will be caroling by local high school choirs as well as a performance from the beloved Nutcracker of Parker. Treats from local food vendors will be available as well. Complete the experience with another holiday favorite, carriage rides through town.
And don't forget to visit the Parker Ice Trail at Discovery Park. Even if you don’t skate, head over to Discovery Park to enjoy the sights and sounds of the holidays.
Enjoy all there is to experience during Parker’s Hometown Holiday Weekend: the Mayor’s Tree Lighting and Parker’s own Ice Trail at Discovery Park. Be sure to mark your calendar for the upcoming Holiday Carriage Parade on December 7th!
Activites will include the Holiday ice sculpture displays stationed throughout the park. Returning this year....the community has the chance to decide what our amazing ice sculpture vendor will create during his live ice carving demonstration! Keep an eye on the Town's Facebook page (@TownofParkerCO) to vote for your favorite and then come to the event to see if your favorite won!
Santa and Mrs. Claus will also be in Town for the evening!