Celebrate the Holidays in Downtown Lodi!

Get ready to experience the magic of the holiday season in Downtown Lodi! This year, the Downtown Lodi’s Winter Wonderland 2025 will be packed with festive events for the whole family. From Small Business Saturday to the After-Hours Shopping Stroll, there’s something for everyone to enjoy as we celebrate the most wonderful time of the year.

Small Business Saturday – Saturday, November 29, All Day

Kick off the holiday season with Small Business Saturday! Join us downtown to support our local shops and enjoy festive activities:

• Meet Santa & Mrs. Claus at the Gingerbread House in Santa’s Village (Post Office Plaza) and indulge in a hot chocolate from the cozy stand. Santa arrives at 5:15pm, photos from 6pm to 8pm.
• Live Music will fill the air, creating a joyful ambiance as you shop.
• Carriage Rides are back! Enjoy a classic holiday ride through Downtown Lodi from 12-4 pm every weekend until Christmas Eve.
• Downtown Lighting Ceremony: At 5:30 pm, watch as Downtown Lodi lights up to officially begin the holiday season!

Lodi Light Parade & Tree Lighting – Thursday, December 4, 6:17 pm

Nothing says holiday magic like a parade of lights! Gather downtown for the 30th Annual Lodi Light Parade, presented by Lodi Kiwanis, starting at 6:17 pm. Don’t miss the City of Lodi Tree Lighting Ceremony just before the parade at around 5:30 pm at City Hall. It’s a night full of dazzling lights and holiday cheer.

Scavenger Hunt & Decor Voting – Saturday, December 6, 12-5 pm

Bring your holiday spirit to the Holiday Scavenger Hunt on Saturday, December 6. From 12 to 5 pm, enjoy:

• Holiday Shopping: Stroll through Downtown Lodi’s charming shops, perfect for finding unique holiday gifts.
• Photos with Santa (2pm to 6pm): Stop by Post Office Plaza to capture a special holiday memory with Santa Claus.
• Storefront Decorating Contest: Cast your vote for the most festive storefront display in downtown! Voting open at DowntownLodi.org from December 1-18.
• Scavenger Hunt: Explore downtown Lodi businesses and find the hidden “Archie the Bear” for a chance to win some amazing gift baskets!

After-Hours Shopping Stroll – Thursday, December 18, 5-8 pm

Wrap up the holiday festivities with our After-Hours Shopping Stroll. On this special night:

• Late-Night Shopping: Downtown Lodi businesses will stay open until 8 pm, offering specials and deals to encourage local shopping.
• Live Music and Santa: Enjoy live music in Post Office Plaza, where Santa at Santa’s Village will make a final appearance for visits and photos.
• Carriage Rides will be available!

Plus, More Holiday Fun!

Throughout the Holiday’s in Downtown Lodi, you can enjoy carriage rides, caroling, live music, a hot chocolate stand, and festive holiday displays. Free transit is available on event days, and parking limits have been extended to make your holiday shopping even easier.

Join us in Downtown Lodi for a holiday season filled with joy, community spirit, and festive fun. See you there!