Roanoke County announces date for Christmas tree lighting

Santa will be arriving at the event on a firetruck

ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. – Roanoke County will light its 25-foot Christmas tree on Dec. 4.

The tree lighting will be part of a two-hour free event that night at the South County Library, beginning at 6:30 p.m.

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During the night, students from Penn Forest Elementary School's “After School for Kids” (ASK) program will perform Christmas carols.

This year’s theme, “A Magical Musical Christmas” will feature entertainment and crafts, and performances that bring back Christmas memories of old to share with family and friends. 

Santa will also be at the event and will again arrive by fire truck and will visit with children to discuss their special Christmas wishes. There will be an opportunity for kids to have their picture taken with Santa.