Kick off the holiday season with us at our annual Christmas Tree Lighting event! On Sunday, December 6th, 2026, from 4:00pm-7:00pm in Olustee Park for a
heartwarming evening filled with holiday cheer. Watch as we light up our beautiful Christmas tree, enjoy carolers, craft vendors, food trucks, and festive activities for the
whole family. It’s the perfect way to start your holiday season and create magical memories with your loved ones. Don’t miss out on the magic—come celebrate with us!
The City of Lake City will hold their annual “Light Up The Night” Christmas tree celebration in Olustee Park in Downtown Lake City on Sunday, December 6th. Celebrate
peace, good will, and the holiday season at this annual event. Count down as we flip the switch to the Christmas Tree in Olustee Park. We will also have vendors,
entertainment, and food trucks. Come and start your Christmas shopping early. In case of inclement weather, the event will be cancelled. Please be prepared for wind.
Please make sure you use sand bags to keep the tent from flying away. The event is for all artisans. Please make sure your products are in good taste, no vulgar pictures,
or profanity. The City of Lake City does not provide liability insurance for the protection of vendors, spectators, merchants, or others involved in similar activities who
participate in the event. Prior to submitting an application for review, please read the entire vendor application and then decide if your product might qualify and if you
meet and adhere to the rules of the market. Obtaining the proper licenses or permits and obeying all Federal, Local, and State codes is the sole responsibility of the
vendor, including any regulations of the Florida Department of Agriculture or other regulatory agencies. Please familiarize yourself with the cottage Food Law. It is your
responsibility to label products and follow the Cottage Food Law Guidelines. Food Vendors must be properly licensed with the State of Florida. Food Trucks must provide
the City with their certificate of Liability Insurance with the City of Lake City listed as the additional insured. Sales tax where required by state, is the responsibility of the
seller. Once you submit your application there are no refunds! Please no smoking in the park. We are thankful and excited you will be joining us for this Community
Event.