Saturday, November 15, 2025 | 4:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Old Town Newhall | Main Street, Santa Clarita
Celebrate the start of the holiday season in Santa Clarita at Light Up Main Street, presented by DrinkPak! Stroll through five blocks of holiday cheer with live performances, photo ops, shopping, food trucks, kids activities, and dazzling lights. Don’t miss the tree lighting at dusk, when Main Street comes alive with thousands of sparkling lights.
Entertainment Schedule
Main Stage
Located on the intersection of Main Street and Lyons Avenue at the Santa Clarita Public Library Old Town Newhall Branch (24500 Main Street), enjoy musical performances from local performing arts groups that will have you feeling merry and bright and watch the tree lighting at approximately 5:30 p.m.
4:00 p.m. Castaic USD Combined Chorus
4:25 p.m. Innovation Show Choir
5:00 p.m. Canyon Theatre Guild
5:30 p.m. Tree Lighting Ceremony
5:45 p.m. Mission Opera
6:10 p.m. Include Everyone Project
6:30 p.m. Hart Show Choir
6:55 p.m. Vibe Performing Arts
7:30 p.m. Santa Clarita Master Chorale
Activities
Tree Lighting Ceremony
5:30 p.m. | Main Stage at Lyons Ave & Main Street
The tree lighting ceremony is Light Up Main Street’s captivating centerpiece. As dusk falls, all the lights on Main Street are turned on at once in a breathtaking moment.
Snow Zone
presented by Snow Orthodontics
We are bringing 20 tons of snow to Main Street! Make a snow angel and play in our on-street snow zone, presented by Snow Orthodontics.
Letters to Santa
Presented by Henry Rodriguez State Farm
Share your holiday wishes in a heartfelt letter to the North Pole.
S’mores Fire Pits
Gather around to roast marshmallows, build the perfect s’more, and enjoy a warm treat while taking in the festive sights
Food & Drink
Enjoy delicious bites and warm drinks from a variety of on-site food trucks and local Main Street restaurants.
Maker’s Marketplace
Discover handmade goods and one-of-a-kind gifts from 20 local artisans at our curated holiday market.
2025 APPLICATIONS ARE CLOSED.
North Pole Partners
The North Pole Partners are local nonprofits bringing holiday cheer to Main Street with festive booths, fun activities, and community spirit for all to enjoy.
2025 APPLICATIONS ARE CLOSED.
DrinkPAK Lounge
Unwind at the DrinkPAK Lounge, a cozy spot to stay warm, relax on couches, and enjoy the festive atmosphere surrounded by holiday lights and music.
Photos with Santa
Presented by Infiniti of Valencia
Meet Santa and capture the magic of the season with a professional holiday photo.
Santa Paws
Presented by Re/Max
Meet adoptable animals from the Castaic Animal Shelter or snap a photo with therapy dogs in their holiday best!
Candy Cane Carnival
Try your luck at festive games like ring toss, bottle knockdown, and balloon darts.
Ice Sculptures
Watch an ice sculptor craft stunning frozen masterpieces from blocks of ice.
Elves’ Crafts Corner
Roll up your sleeves and create festive handmade treasures, from ornaments to mini toys and holiday crafts.
Polar Playground
Bounce into fun with inflatable slides, obstacle courses, and holiday-themed play zones.
Chill Zone
in partnership with include everyone project
Enjoy a sensory-friendly space designed to be quiet, calm, and inclusive.
Event Map 2025
Check back soon for the 2025 event map.
Getting Here & Road Closures
Take Public Transit
Getting to Old Town Newhall is easy via public transit. Local routes 4, 5, 6 and 14 will drop you off at Lyons Avenue and Walnut Street while routes 12 and 757 will drop you off at Railroad Avenue and Market Street. Alternatively, plan your trip using GO! Santa Clarita, the City’s ride share service, or utilize the Metrolink and ride to the Newhall Train Station.
Parking
Free public parking is available in the following locations: Old Town Newhall Parking Garage, the parking lot on Main Street and 6th Street, parking lot at the end of 5th Street, Santa Clarita Public Library Old Town Newhall Branch and the Newhall Community Center. On street parking in and around the event is also available, but please be courteous to neighbors by respecting their property and not blocking their driveways.
Free parking is available at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church (23233 Lyons Avenue) with a free shuttle transporting guests to and from the event at the corner of Lyons Avenue and Walnut Street. Shuttle operating hours are 3:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Shuttles are ADA accessible.
Road Closures
Residents are asked to be mindful of road closures that will be in effect for Light Up Main Street. Lyons Avenue will be closed between Walnut Street and Railroad Avenue, and Main Street will be closed between Lyons Avenue and the roundabout. All closures will begin at 6:00 a.m. on November 15 and be lifted by midnight. Residents are asked to use Railroad Avenue or Newhall Avenue as a detour.
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