Gwinnett County is preparing for the 37th annual Lighting of the Tree event, featuring a 40-foot Norway Spruce that will arrive from North Carolina today. The tree will be set up on the lawn of the Gwinnett Historic Courthouse. Starting tomorrow at 6 a.m., county team members will begin decorating the tree for the event. Gwinnett County officials announced that the official ceremony to light the tree will take place on Thanksgiving night.
The historic courthouse at 185 West Crogan Street in Lawrenceville, GA, will serve as the backdrop for the tree lighting. The tree will remain a symbol of holiday spirit throughout the season, inviting the public to participate in the festivities. The ceremony is set to be an important event, highlighting community and tradition.
The Lighting of the Tree has been a longstanding event in Gwinnett County, marking the start of the holiday season for many residents. Each year, families, friends, and neighbors gather to watch the tree being illuminated with lights.
