Festive Guide to Holiday Tree Lightings in Mammoth Lakes

November 14, 2024

Mammoth Lakes is the perfect place to get festive for the holiday season.

Winter’s beginning brings lovely snow-covered landscapes, crisp mountain air and nights spent cozy by the fire. Leaning into Christmas cheer is easy with plenty of family-friendly offerings, winter activities, and events, from tree lightings and ice skating, to hot cocoa and Santa appearances. This unreal holiday destination has all the right ingredients for making cherished memories with loved ones.

November 29th Tree Lighting
December 6th Tree Lighting
Tree and Wreath Sale

Holiday Tree Lighting in The Village

Gather ‘round for the annual Holiday Tree Lighting in The Village. Bundle up and celebrate this delightful family-friendly occasion.

Event Details

November 29, 2024 from 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm

The Village at Mammoth
6201 Minaret Road, Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546

Activities

The night will feature performers from the Kingdom of the Exceedingly Tall with a show inspired by Tim Burton's "The Nightmare Before Christmas." As the crowd gathers for the annual tree lighting ceremony, this Stilt Circus performance will be sure to ramp up the seasonal excitement and celebratory spirit in Mammoth Lakes. Make sure to stop by Mammoth Sports where Santa and Woolly will be posted up, offering free pictures to capture the cozy holiday memories.

people with winter themed circus costumes

Community Tree Lighting Ceremony

This new Tree Lighting Ceremony event at LA Kings Ice will quickly become one of your favorite holiday traditions.

Event Details

December 6, 2024 from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm

LA Kings Ice at Mammoth Lakes
686 Old Mammoth Rd, Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546

Activities

This heartwarming evening is packed with holiday fun. Enjoy listening to the Christmas music while sipping hot beverages courtesy of Mammoth Lakes Tourism and snacking on complimentary s’mores provided by the Parks and Recreation Department. Shop the Holiday Market in the south lobby to find unique local goods and artisans. Find Santa and Woolly in attendance, making sure the night is filled with merriment and welcoming the community. Once the tree is illuminated and adding its spark of magic to the scene, it's time to grab some skates and head to the rink for the highly anticipated free public skating hours from 6:00 pm until 7:30 pm. ’Tis the season for giving and you’ll conveniently encounter opportunities to donate wrapped presents to Angel Giving Tree or food items to Stuff-a-Bus Food Drive. Donors will receive a 2 for 1 admission pass for LA Kings Ice at Mammoth Lakes. This event will undoubtedly leave you with special holiday moments to treasure.

Bring Home the Holiday Magic

Once you’ve attended a tree lighting, you will be so full of Christmas spirit, you’ll likely be ready for your very own holiday tree. Mammoth High School and Outbound Mammoth have you covered with their Annual Tree & Wreath Sale.

Event Details

Outbound Mammoth
164 Old Mammoth Rd, Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546

Tree and Wreath Lot Hours

November 30 – December 24, 2024
Monday – Friday 4:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Saturday – Sunday 1:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Santa’s Hours

November 30, 2024
11:00 am to 3:00 pm

Every Saturday 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Activities

Mammoth High School and Outbound Mammoth collaborate to bring you the tree shopping experience of your dreams. Not only are all the basics covered in one stop, including trees, stands, lights and even wreaths, but the holiday vibes are off the charts. Take photos with Santa, grab a hot chocolate (free with any purchase), warm up by the fire pits and feel the magic. This pop-up tree lot is sure to turn even the biggest Grinch into a jolly spirited soul. Your merry mood will follow you home as decorate your perfect tree and belt out your favorite holiday songs. Plus—all proceeds to benefit Mammoth High School!

Plan Your Holiday Getaway to Mammoth Lakes

Winter exploration in Mammoth Lakes provides many opportunities for celebrating the season, from gently snowshoeing amidst the towering forests, to skiing down powder-filled slopes overlooking spectacular scenery. Snowy activities are abundant and you will certainly be able to get your nature-filled adventure fix.

After your winter workout in the great outdoors, warm up in town with a hot peppermint latte from a local coffee shop and peruse the stores for unique holiday gifts. In addition to one-of-kind boutiques, Mammoth Lakes has many incredible outdoor gear shops that’ll make finding presents a cinch. Browse The Village at Mammoth and find not only shopping galore but also delicious dining options and a steady line up of seasonal events like Santaville, New Year’s Eve fireworks and weekly dance parties.

Booking a stay in Mammoth Lakes means setting your family up for an extraordinary holiday vacation in this unreal Eastern Sierra destination.

people walking around shopping with holiday lights
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