Annual Town Tree Lighting

Schedule:

Holiday Firelight - 5:00-9:00 p.m.

It's a night of fire pits, marshmallow roasting, caroling, hot cocoa, and more! This event is a toasty way to enjoy the start of the holidays in historic Occoquan. Before and after the Tree Lighting, enjoy Holiday Firelight near the Mill House Museum (413 Mill Street). Marshmallows for roasting are free. Hot cocoa, hot cider, plus s'mores kits can be purchased onsite.​

Tree Lighting - 6:00 p.m.

It's the big event! Join us in front of Town Hall for our annual holiday tree lighting. Mayor Earnie Porta will officiate this time honored tradition, as Occoquan residents and visitors gather to kick off the holiday season. 

Shop Late - until 8:00 p.m. or later

Shop Occoquan and enjoy the first day of HolidayFest! When you #shopsmall and #shoplocal, you're supporting your neighborhood artists, shop keeps, restaurant owners and their hardworking staff. Businesses are busy curating unique holiday selections just for you and several will be open until 8:00 p.m. or later!​

FREE shuttle service from 1:00-9:00pm from the Old Bridge/Ox Road Commuter Lot will be available. Drop off points are at Mamie Davis Park (200 Washington St) and Town Hall (314 Mill St).

This event is generously sponsored in part by VFW Post 7916.