Crocker Park Tree Lighting

Crocker Park Tree Lighting 2026: Event Highlights & Holiday Fun

Celebrate the start of the Christmas season at Crocker Park’s Annual Tree Lighting on Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM! Join us in Westlake, Ohio, for one of Northeast Ohio’s favorite holiday traditions, featuring live entertainment, free family-friendly activities, festive food trucks, holiday shopping, and Santa’s highly anticipated arrival to light our iconic 50-foot Christmas tree!

This year’s Tree Lighting celebration is proudly supported by Crocs, Holy Name High School, and Cleveland’s Star 102.

🎶 Live Music & Holiday Entertainment

Get ready for an evening filled with music, dancing, and holiday cheer! Enjoy high-energy performances and festive entertainment throughout Crocker Park, featuring:

• Apostle Jones – Live music and an unforgettable holiday performance
• The Energy Producer – Keeping the celebration going with music, energy, and entertainment
• Northeast Ohio Creatives – Festive character performances and holiday fun
• Caliber Dance Studios – Exciting dance performances
• Plus, additional holiday entertainment and surprises throughout the evening!

🎄 Free Family Activities, Holiday Vendors & More

There’s something for everyone at Crocker Park’s Tree Lighting! Bring the whole family and explore a variety of free holiday activities and interactive experiences throughout the event.

• Free Face Painting – Add a little festive flair to your holiday look
• Holiday Vendors – Discover local businesses offering unique gifts, giveaways, and seasonal goodies
• Games & Interactive Activities – Enjoy family-friendly fun and hands-on experiences
• Holiday Shopping – Explore Crocker Park’s shops and boutiques while enjoying the festivities

Whether you’re visiting with little ones, gathering with friends, or starting a new family tradition, there’s plenty to see and do throughout the evening!

🍔 Food Trucks & Festive Treats

Come hungry! Crocker Park’s Tree Lighting will feature a delicious lineup of local food trucks, sweet treats, and tasty bites available for purchase throughout the celebration.

Participating food trucks and food vendors include:

• Birdies
• Bistro on the Go 216
• bRaised in the CLE
• Cheesy Dave’s
• Cousins Maine Lobster
• Jenny’s Sweet Nuts
• Kiki’s Bits & Bites
• My Mini Me Donuts
• Nothing Bundt Cakes
• Original Steaks and Hoagies
• Papa Sal’s Kitchen

From savory favorites to sweet holiday treats, there’s something to satisfy every craving! You can also explore Crocker Park’s many restaurants and cafés for dinner, drinks, or a cozy bite before or after the celebration.

🎅 Santa’s Grand Arrival & Christmas Tree Lighting – 7:00 PM

The moment we’ve all been waiting for happens at 7:00 PM!

Gather along Main Street as excitement builds for Santa Claus’s grand arrival at Crocker Park! Santa will help officially welcome the Christmas season by lighting Crocker Park’s spectacular 50-foot Christmas tree, creating a dazzling holiday moment for the whole family.

Join Apostle Jones for a festive community sing-along as we come together to celebrate the season. With sparkling lights, holiday music, and the excitement of Santa’s arrival, it’s a Crocker Park tradition you won’t want to miss!

✨ Explore Crocker Park’s Holiday Attractions

The celebration doesn’t end when the Christmas tree lights up! Crocker Park’s beloved holiday attractions return for the season, offering beautiful Christmas lights, festive photo opportunities, and family-friendly experiences throughout the property.

Opening Saturday, November 21

• Santa’s Sleigh, presented by Circle K – Climb aboard for a festive family photo opportunity in East Park.
• Walk-Through Ornament, presented by Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C®) – Step inside this oversized holiday ornament for the perfect Christmas photo.
• Holiday Street Lights, presented by Westland Heating, Air Conditioning & Plumbing – Stroll beneath beautiful holiday lights illuminating Crocker Park’s streets.
• Snowflake Garden – Discover a sparkling seasonal display in West Park, perfect for holiday photos and a festive evening stroll.
• Crocker Park Marquee Photo Opportunity, presented by Hyatt Place Hotel Crocker Park – Capture a memorable holiday photo at this festive display.
• 50-Foot Christmas Tree Light Shows – Watch Crocker Park’s towering Christmas tree come to life with dazzling light displays choreographed to music throughout the holiday season.

Opening Sunday, November 22

• Elf Express Train, presented by Custom 1 Construction Group – All aboard for a festive train ride through Crocker Park! A favorite holiday activity for families and little ones.

Make plans to return throughout the holiday season to enjoy these festive attractions, take family photos, and experience the Christmas lights at Crocker Park!

🛍️ Holiday Shopping & Dining at Crocker Park

Make a day or evening of your visit! With more than 100 stores, restaurants, and businesses, Crocker Park is one of Northeast Ohio’s favorite destinations for holiday shopping, dining, and entertainment.

Explore nationally recognized retailers, discover unique gifts at locally owned boutiques, and check a few names off your Christmas shopping list. When it’s time for a break, enjoy everything from casual bites and coffee shops to full-service restaurants perfect for a festive dinner with family and friends.

And don’t forget to come back for Black Friday and Small Business Saturday! Continue your holiday shopping at Crocker Park on November 27 and 28, and support your favorite retailers and local businesses throughout the holiday season.

Join us Saturday, November 21, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, for Crocker Park’s Annual Tree Lighting! Arrive early, enjoy the entertainment, stay for Santa’s 7:00 PM arrival, and make an evening of celebrating the holidays in Westlake, Ohio.