About this Event
The Annual Light Up MLK returns to Annie Adderly Gillis Park with great fanfare to the beloved community space. Festivities beginning at 5:00 pm and the official tree lighting ceremony occurring at approximately 7 pm. Sounds of the holidays will ring throughout the neighborhood and will include a variety of local community-based performances. Enjoy food and beverages plus a variety of interactive holiday themed activities, and be sure to have your camera ready as Santa stops by for a visit! This event is free and open to the public. The annual event features an exciting mix of live entertainment, local talent, delicious bites, games, and giveaways, culminating in the ceremonial lighting that officially marks the beginning of the holiday season along the MLK corridor. Attendees can expect: Dazzling Lighting Ceremony: Watch as Annie Adderly Gillis Park and the MLK corridor sparkle with festive lights and decorations. Santa will be joining us as well! Photo opportunities for the kids and adults alike. Live Music & Performances: Enjoy performances by local musicians, choirs, and dance groups that celebrate the cultural vibrancy of Pompano Beach. Tasty Food Vendors: Sample culinary favorites from community vendors offering a variety of delicious holiday treats. Family Activities & Giveaways: Join in the fun with games, prizes, and interactive activities for all ages.
Event venue & nearby stays
Annie Adderly Gillis Park, 601 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard, Pompano Beach, United States
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups — all the happenings, one place.