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Kent Tree Lighting and Parade

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It's the most wonderful time of year. Celebrate the holiday season in Kent with a month of fun throughout the City!

Pack up the family and meet us at Town Square Plaza (2nd Ave & Smith St) on Saturday, December 6 for the annual Tree Lighting Festival & Parade. Event runs from 2 - 7 p.m. Join us for food booths, community booths and local craftspeople, the Winterfest parade, performances from local students, Santa, the annual tree lighting, and more! 

Stage Schedule:

2:30 - 3:00 p.m.   Spotlight Dance

3:15 - 3:45 p.m.   Kentlake Voices

4:00 - 4:30 p.m.   Kentlake Jazz Band

4:45 - 5:15 p.m.   Allegro Dance Academy

6:15 - 6:45 p.m.   School of Rock

Bring your camera to take a picture with Santa
He'll be there from 5-7 p.m.

Drop off your holiday wish list in Santa's mailbox
Bring your own (include your mailing address if you want Santa to write you back!) or fill out a postcard in Santa's tent (postcards are available onsite).

Crafts and Community Booths

Food Vendors

El Ranchito
Swagg-n-Wagon Wings & Things

Make Your Own Ornaments at the Kent Library!  3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Ages 3 and up)

Winterfest Parade: 5:00 p.m.

Tree Lighting: 6:00 p.m. p.m. 

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