Seasonal & Holidays

Derby Downtown Tree Lighting Details Released

The city's holiday tree lighting ceremony will feature carols, a visit from Santa and more.

DERBY, CT — The city's holiday tree lighting ceremony is scheduled to take place Nov. 27 on the Derby Green.

According to an email from the city, the event will take place at 5 p.m., with a rain date scheduled for the following day.

The event will feature candy canes, hot chocolate and carols sung by students from the Bradley, Irving and Derby High schools, according to the city.

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Santa will arrive after the ceremony at 5:30 p.m. with the Derby Fire Department, according to the city.

The Derby Green is located at 105 Elizabeth Street.

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