Downtown Tree Lighting Festival is Friday in Grayslake

The Downtown Grayslake Tree Lighting Festival will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday.

Santa will arrive at the holiday tree at the corner of Center and Whitney streets at 5:30 p.m. Sleigh rides will take place from 6 to 8 p.m.. The holiday market at Grayslake Museum begins at 5 p.m., according to Visit Lake County website. 

Refreshments will be served and residents can get a jump start on their holiday shopping.