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Little Italy Tree Lighting & Christmas Village

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The Little Italy Association is proud to invite you to the 23rd Annual Little Italy Tree Lighting and Christmas Village.

Come and experience Little Italy transform into a winter wonderland with Christmas twinkle lights down all the streets, our beautiful urban neighborhood will be adorned with 10-foot tall nutcrackers and kinetic tree holiday displays on street corners, Christmas music and more. Family, friends, and neighbors are invited to come together to experience true holiday joy at this family-friendly event and enjoy the neighborhood’s festive décor—including two Christmas trees, Joshua Hubert’s Aurora tree at Piazza Basilone and the permanent 25-foot tree at Piazza della Famiglia, seasonal vendors, live music and entertainment, holiday treats, a traditional Italian tree lighting ceremony, and a special message from Santa that you don't want to miss!

You can also enjoy our Christmas Village, located on India Street between W. Date and W. Fir Streets, where you’ll find one-of-a-kind stocking stuffers and other holiday goodies from seasonal vendors and select Little Italy Mercato vendors.

The festivities start at 4:00pm, with the Tree Lighting Ceremony taking place in the Piazza della Famiglia at 6:30pm.

Location: Closures:
India Street between W. Cedar & W. Grape Streets
W. Date Street between India Street & Kettner Boulevard
W. Fir Street between Columbia Street & Kettner Boulevard

Handicap Space:
Relocation of Handicap from India & W. Date Streets to Columbia & W. Date Streets

523 W. Date Street
San Diego, CA

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