City of New Bedford Tree Lighting set for Dec. 1

Join Mayor Jon Mitchell, New Bedford City Councilors and the New Bedford community for the annual tree lighting celebration!

At 4:30PM Santa and Mrs. Claus will lead a parade up William Street to the Main Library. The countdown celebration will begin at 5:00PM with greetings from elected officials, holiday music, and an appearance by Santa Claus! Rain date is December 13th.

Here’s a look at the 2016 tree lighting: