Tree lighting ceremonies are still taking place all over Southwest Florida this week. I had the privilege of hosting one of them last night. It was the beautiful Bonita Springs Tree Lighting at Holiday In The Park and here are some photos. This typically takes place the first Tuesday of December. It’s one of my favorite holiday events every year. It is a true home town celebration and people turn out in droves.
Bonita Springs Tree Lighting
It takes place in Riverside Park in downtown Bonita Springs. Santa and Mrs. Clause arrive by a horse drawn carriage lead by a parade of corvettes. The park steadily fills with people waiting for city officials to throw the switch and light the tree. Snow flurries miraculously fall at the same time. There is also a snow pile and snow slide for kids. The bandshell has a revolving list of singers, dancers and musicians from local schools. It is a true feel good event
The surrounding businesses get in the sprit as well. The city sponsors a decoration contest. This year a few went all out with lights and displays. It is worth a drive down Old US 41 to take a look. The area is so charming and so pretty with all of the lights, especially those in the park.
If you missed the tree lighting don’t worry. The city has all kinds of holiday activities on the calendar. You can’t miss the Holiday Stroll through Riverside Park. It happens every night through January 1st. The park is beautifully lit. You can explore the decorations and listen to holiday music each night from dusk to 9pm. There are holiday themed photo ops too.
In addition, this Friday, December 8th, is Movies in the Park. There is a free showing of “A Christmas Carol.” Bring your blanket and chairs and enjoy the show. Some refreshments will be available as well.
Finally, Here are a few beautiful Bonita Springs Tree Lighting photos at Holiday In The Park. If you have any to share, email them to me here. I can add them to the gallery.
