
A St. Peters holiday tradition is getting even bigger in 2026!
The annual Holiday Tree Lighting returns to City Hall on Friday, Dec. 4, bringing families together for an evening of holiday lights, live entertainment, visits with Santa Claus and the community countdown to light the tree. This year, the celebration expands with two new additions—a Holly-Day Market and the City’s first Gingerbread House Contest.
The festivities take place from 5:30–8:30 p.m. at St. Peters City Hall and are free to attend.
Childbloom Guitar Program of St. Charles County and Lindenwood University’s Voices Only will help set the holiday mood with performances featuring seasonal favorites. After the tree is lit, the celebration continues with family activities, tasty treats and a chance for children to visit and take photos with Santa Claus.