Kentwood Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony and Stationary Holiday Parade Dec. 4

Kentwood Tree Lighting and Holiday Parade. (Photo Courtesy, City of Kentwood)

The City of Kentwood will host its annual Tree Lighting Ceremony and debut a new Stationary Holiday Parade on Thursday, Dec. 4, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Kent District Library – Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch, 4950 Breton Ave. SE.

The event will begin at 6 p.m. with the Stationary Holiday Parade, featuring floats and decorated vehicles staged in the library parking lot. Attendees may walk through the display and vote for their favorite entry. Do you want to show off your decorated float or vehicle? Parade participation is $10, and registration is required.

Additional activities include a snow globe photo booth, hot chocolate, crafts hosted by library staff, a performance by the Michigan Ballet Academy, and a visit from Santa. Dolce Mini Cakes and Dune Buggy food trucks will offer food and beverages for purchase. Non-perishable food donations will be collected for the Kentwood Little Free Pantry.

“This holiday event is one of our favorites to put on. Creating opportunities for the community to gather and celebrate is fundamental to our mission,” said Parks and Recreation Director Val Romeo. “We look forward to welcoming residents to this annual tradition.”