It's A Wonderful (Friday) Night!

The San Leandro Downtown Association is again sponsoring an admission-free event for all ages on Friday, Dec. 2, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Joaquin Plaza between Washington Avenue and E. 14th Street. 

Called "It's A Wonderful Night," the holiday festival will feature carriage rides for $5 per person, Christmas caroling, photos with Santa for $5 each and free face painting.

Entertainment on the stage begins at 5:30 p.m. with a performance by the B'Dazzled Dancers.

Opening ceremonies start at 6 p.m. with Mayor Stephen Cassidy, Chief of Police Sandra Spagnoli and Fire Chief Sheldon Gilbert.

Broadmoor Preschool will sing holiday songs at 6:20 p.m. followed by an appearance of Curtain Call Performing Arts  sharing portions of "A Christmas Carol" at 6:45 p.m.

The Holiday Review begins at 7 p.m. followed by a dance therapy demonstration at 7:30 p.m.

Our Future Tots Preschool takes the stage at 7:35 p.m., the San Leandro High School Dance Team performs at 8 p.m. and there will be a Zumba demonstration at 8:10 p.m.

The San Leandro Downtown Association is an all-volunteer organization composed of business owners and non-profit groups. 

For more information, go here.