- April 25, 2024
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Santa Claus plugs in the Christmas tree.
Ryan and Sophia Storm, 4
Tyler Schoelles, 5, tells Santa that he wants a Hot Wheels set for Christmas.
Amber Bryan with her daughters Autumn, 6, and Sky, 3.
Santa Claus prepares to light the tree.
Chris Boothroyd and Daiane Silva
Caitlin, Emilia, 1, and David Musto
The Christmas tree will stay lit through New Years Day.
Jeremiah, Jerilyn, Jariah, Julianna and Jayden Burgess
Lenny and Josh Goldberg
Roan Maloku, 2, plays in front of the newly lit tree.
Sean, Connor and Meghan Farrell
Ellen, Gabe, Sean, Connor and Meghan Farrell
Sarasota jingled all the way into the holiday spirit on Dec. 5 with the annual lighting of its Christmas tree at Five Points Park.
Families gathered around the tree, sipping hot chocolate from Pastry Art Cafe while they waited for Santa Claus to light the 40-foot tree. Afterward, children met with Santa to share what they want for Christmas this year and loved ones took photos together in front of the tree.
The tree will be illuminated 24 hours a day, seven days a week through New Years Day.
