Newberry’s Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

There’s a special kind of magic that fills the air when Christmas comes to Newberry. As twinkling lights dance across Main Street and neighbors gather on the City Hall lawn, our town comes alive with the warmth, joy, and togetherness that make the holidays truly shine.

This cherished tradition brings families, friends, and visitors together to celebrate the start of the season — with cozy cups of hot cocoa, the laughter of children crafting ornaments and meeting Santa, and the joyful sounds of carolers and local performers filling the night. This year, we’re adding even more wonder to the evening with a brand-new skating rink, giving families the chance to glide beneath the glow of our town’s shining Christmas tree.

Each year, the Tree Lighting showcases the heart of our community — our schools, our businesses, and our people — all coming together to create something beautiful. It’s more than an event; it’s a celebration of home, of hope, and of the holiday spirit that makes Newberry the Christmas Capital of Alachua County.

As the tree lights up the night sky, you’ll feel it too — that unmistakable Newberry magic that reminds us why Christmas here just feels like home.