Arcadia opens Christmas season with tree lighting, market, Santa

Scenes like this will return to Arcadia this Saturday when the town holds its Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. (Photo provided by Town of Arcadia)

The Town of Arcadia will hold its sixth annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony with the artisan Christmas Market from 4 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 4.

Come out to see Santa and Mrs. Claus, dance in the street, snuggle by the firepits, enjoy a free-will chili supper, activities for the kids, and shop for presents at the artisan Christmas Market.

Nickel Plate Express will be running on Saturday, Dec. 4. Please be cautious and observe the required stops at all the crossings. The train will stop in front of the Arcadia Depot for approximately 10 minutes around 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m., blocking South Street. The train will not go as far north as Main Street. It will also pass through Cicero around 5:50 p.m. and 8:20 p.m.

Photos provided by Town of Arcadia