11th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

The holidays are pulling into Los Angeles Union Station. On Thursday, Nov. 19, from 6 to 8 p.m., the landmark will host its 11th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony in the station’s historic Ticket Concourse. 

Mid-century pop culture expert Charles Phoenix will host the free, family-friendly evening, offering Angelenos a fun and memorable way to kick off the season. Guests can enjoy live entertainment and take photos with Santa before he and his elves go on stage to lead the spirited countdown and light the station's 30-foot tree.

Los Angeles-based Mariachi Ausente, one of the city's most sought-after mariachi bands, will open the event followed by a headline performance from 10-piece jazz sensation, Lizzy & the Triggermen – with all festive sounds of the season presented by Metro Art Presents.

The celebration will also feature a cookie counter serving sweet treats, and towering stilt walkers roaming the station in festive costumes, with Union Station’s signature holiday décor providing a picture-perfect backdrop.

Those looking to attend the Tree Lighting Ceremony can register for the free event here. For additional details, please visit unionstationla.com/happenings. 

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