Dear Friend --

Every year, we have gathered together for one of the largest and exciting events of the year—the lighting of the Long Beach Holiday Tree. It’s one of the largest trees in Southern California and thousands turn out for the celebration, fireworks, and live music.

This year, we won’t be able to gather together or have an in-person event, but we are going to light up the tree tonight at a virtual event for the entire city.

Join us tonight, Dec. 2, at 7:30 p.m. for a family-friendly virtual event with music and a special holiday message followed by the tree lighting. 

You can watch live at LBTV3.com or the City's Facebook or Twitter page.

We all need some good holiday cheer. Please join us. 

Mayor Robert Garcia