Discover holiday magic at Light Up Main Street, presented by DrinkPAK, on November 16, 2024, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Immerse yourself in festive fun across all five blocks on Main Street, featuring food trucks, live entertainment, photo opportunities, kids activities, and holiday shopping. As the sun sets, be among the first to witness Old Town Newhall aglow with thousands of dazzling holiday lights. Bring your friends and family for an unforgettable holiday experience!

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.

Schedule

4:00 – 4:20 p.m. Castaic USD Carolers
4:25 – 4:55 p.m. Innovation Show Choir
5:00 – 5:15 p.m. Canyon Theatre Guild
5:20 – 5:45 p.m. Mayor Speech & Tree Lighting
5:50 – 6:10 p.m. Hart High Show Choir
6:15 – 6:35 p.m. Mission Opera
6:40 – 6:55 p.m. Include Everyone Project
7:00 – 7:30 p.m. Vibe Performing Arts

Tree Lighting Ceremony

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. The Tree Lighting occurs at 5:30 p.m.

Snow Zone

presented by Snow Orthodontics

We are bringing 30 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

Grinch-tacular Whoville Celebration

presented by Elevate Church

Elevate Church is ready to spread holiday cheer with a fun and whimsical Grinch-tacular Whoville Celebration!

Maker’s Marketplace

Food & Drink

Sip a hot drink and try food from some of our many on-site food trucks and local restaurants on Main Street.

Food trucks located on Lyons Avenue and on Main Street at Market Street. The following food trucks are participating:

• • Bittie Bitez
  • Stuffed Crepe
  • Cinnabon
  • Baby’s Badass Burgers
  • Poutine Brothers
  • Angelenos Wood Fired Pizza
  • LA LA Lasagna
  • Tropic Truck
  • Go Fusion N Grill
  • Rice Balls of Fire
  • Doc Lobsta
  • Dina’s Dumplings

DrinkPAK Lounge

Sip and relax at the DrinkPAK Lounge beneath the enchanting holiday lights. Settle into a cozy seat, enjoy a refreshing drink, and delight in the festive ambiance.

Photo Opportunities

Capture holiday memories at numerous Instagrammable spots throughout the event. Meet magical characters from Disney’s Frozen,  pose with various light displays on Main Street, and snap a photo at these festive setups:

• Photos with Santa, presented by Infiniti of Valencia

• Holiday Photo Booth, presented by Logix Federal Credit Union

Candy Cane Carnival

A whirlwind of fun with classic games like ring toss, bottle knockdown, and balloon darts.

Ice Sculptures 

Watch an ice sculptor craft stunning frozen masterpieces from blocks of ice.

Elves’ Arts & Crafts Workshop

Unleash your creativity with a visit to multiple craft stations at the elves’ workshop!

Polar Playground

Step into the Polar Playground, where kids can enjoy the excitement of inflatable slides, bounce houses and obstacle courses.

Chill Zone

in partnership with include everyone project

If you need a break from the many activities at this event, stop by our chill zone. This sensory safe space will provide a calming environment to help people manage stimulation and feel comfortable in their surroundings.

Santa Paws

Presented by Re/Max

Celebrate the season with some extra tail wags! Snap photos with adorable dogs dressed in their best festive attire or check out available animals from the Castaic Animal Shelter. Whether you’re looking to add a furry friend to your family or just want to spread some holiday cheer, it’s sure to be a paw-sitively great time!

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 5^th 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.

New this year, 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 16 and be lifted by midnight. Residents are asked to use Railroad Avenue or Newhall Avenue as a detour.

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