The 23rd annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony presented by University of Central Florida will be held on Friday, November 30, beginning at 5 p.m. in Central Park.

The event features performances by local children’s choirs, including St. Margaret Mary Catholic School Choir, New Warner Chapel, Colby Center for Dance and Performing Arts, Park Maitland “Singing Eagles” Glee Club and Orlando Harmony.  Winners of the Holiday Card Competition will also be recognized and Bob Opsahl will join the crowd for the lighting of the tree live on WFTV Channel 9.

Afterwards families can enjoy refreshments provided by local businesses, plus face painting, caricatures and visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus.

For more information, please call 407-629-0054.