The fourth annual Cal Heights Neighborhood Tree Lighting ceremony will take place Thursday, December 3 from 4:30 to 7:00pm at the corner of Orange Ave. and Bixby Rd. in Long Beach at f/8 Studios and California Heights Market and features 10 tons of real snow and a visit from Santa Claus!

This is a free community event.

At 4:30pm, Councilwoman Megan Kerr, Senator Lena Gonzalez, and other community leaders will be on hand to make remarks before a spectacular 20' tree is lit followed by a visit from Santa Claus. Kids holiday choirs from Cal Heights Music and Longfellow Elementary School will provide live music before and after the lighting.

Following the tree lighting ceremony, guests will enjoy yummy treats and holiday activities sponsored by local businesses, which will take place behind California Heights Market and f/8 Studios.

Parking is limited, and walking to the event is strongly encouraged. We hope to see you there!

CAL HEIGHTS TREE LIGHTING OFFICIAL AFTER-PARTY!

Keep the holiday magic going at Beachwood Brewing & Distilling!

After the Cal Heights Tree Lighting, head over to Beachwood (0.7 miles away) for a continued festive gathering featuring holiday cocktails & mocktails for the kids served in festive mugs, and plenty of holiday cheer. Beachwood’s holiday pop-up transforms their Distillery into a festive decorated spot for the season!

Thursday, December 3 | 7–10 PM
Family-friendly until 9 PM | 21+ after 9 PM

Celebrate the season with the Cal Heights and Bixby Knolls community at Beachwood Distilling!

Beachwood’s holiday pop-up continues through the month of December.