The City of Reno is preparing to dive into the festive season with its annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. Scheduled for November 28 at 7 p.m. at Reno City Plaza, the event promises to infuse the city with holiday spirit and community togetherness. The ceremony is a part of a larger celebration, the 2025 Holiday Lights Festival, starting earlier at 4 p.m., according to a statement from the City of Reno.
In a move set to dazzle, the Holiday Lights Festival, running until November 29, will surround attendees with bright lights and festive activities, hosted by Great American Craft Fairs. Among the holiday cheer, visitors can indulge in shopping from local artisan vendors, enjoy photos with Santa, and take train rides, as per the official city announcement. With its return scheduled for the following weekend of December 5-6, the festival's sparkle is not just a one-time affair.
Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve expressed her enthusiasm for the upcoming event. "This is such a fun and important tradition that the City hosts every year, and I invite our community to join us in kicking off the holiday season," Mayor Schieve told the City of Reno's news release. She added, “Events like this bring our community together, and I can’t wait to turn on the Christmas tree lights and see the holiday magic come to life.”
Additional entertainment will include live music, holiday movies, and kids craft zones, alongside an array of food trucks, local breweries with holiday-themed craft brews, and warm beverages to ensure attendees are kept merry and bright. The city assures that admission to these festivities is free, and media and the public are welcome. Hoping to offer convenience for the event-goers, free parking is available at the City Hall parking garage, located at University Way and E. First Street.
Those interested in keeping up to date with Reno's holiday happenings can find more information on the City’s Events page, where details on upcoming events and celebrations are regularly updated.
