About this Event
Join Los Angeles Union Station for the 11th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Thursday, November 19, 2026 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This family-friendly celebration will take place in the historic Ticket Concourse to kick off the holiday season.
This year’s celebration will include:
- Charles Phoenix will host the free, family-friendly evening
- Live musical performances by Mariachi Ausente and Lizzy & the Triggermen presented by Metro Art Presents
- Towering stilt walkers will roam the station in festive costumes
- Santa and special guests from the North Pole for photo opportunities
- Enjoy sweet treats and other family-friendly activities
This event is free for all ages and open to the public. Tickets are not required, please visit Union Station. Follow @unionstationla on Facebook or Instagram. See you there!
Go Metro to Union Station: Union Station is accessible via Metro Rail, Metro Bus, Metro Bike Share, Metrolink, Amtrak and several municipal bus lines. Take the A, B, D or J Line directly to Union Station. Plan your trip with the easy-to-use LA Metro – Official app on Apple App Store or Google Play Store, the trip planner on metro.net or by calling 323.GO.METRO.
Park at Union Station East or West, starting at $8.
Please park bicycles before entering the event space. Secure, controlled-access bicycle parking is available through Metro Bike Hub, or guests may use the bicycle racks located outside the station.
Event venue & nearby stays
Los Angeles Union Station, 800 North Alameda Street, Los Angeles, United States
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