Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony and Illuminated Park Displays

North Straub Park, Beach Dr. and 5th Ave. N.E. 

5 p.m. activities, 7:30 p.m. holiday tree lighting 

727-893-7441 or  www.stpeteparksrec.org

Ring in the holiday season with St. Petersburg’s holiday kickoff celebration. Mayor Rick Kriseman flips the switch that turns on the downtown Christmas tree and holiday lights on Friday, November 25 from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in North Straub Park.

Enjoy onstage entertainment provided by the St. Pete High Pitchforks, Expressions Dance Studio and the St. Petersburg Community Band. Children will also enjoy the activities and interactive games. Food concessions available. Blanket seating. Free to the public. Presented by City of St. Petersburg Parks and Recreation. For more information, call (727) 893-7441.