There won’t be hydro bucket rides, a snow jam or a crowd of thousands… but there will be a virtual Downtown Christmas Tree lighting tonight.

The kickoff to the holiday season takes place on Facebook and Instagram.

Dignitary and downtown officials will offer welcome messages at 5:55 pm.

The town crier’s ‘Here ye, here ye” takes place just after 6 pm, with the tree lighting at 6:05 pm.

The old fashioned downtown walk couldn’t be held this year because having too many people gather in one area doesn’t line up COVID safety protocols.

 

(Photo by station staff)