Downtown Tree Lighting Ceremony is Merry and Bright

[November 27, 2023]     Black Friday turned colorful and bright around the square in downtown Lincoln at this year’s Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday evening. Families bundled against the cold and gathered around the courthouse to help count down to the moment when all 140 Christmas trees were lit simultaneously.

Decorated by local businesses and families, each tree was trimmed with its own unique ornaments, garlands, and twinkling lights.

Event organizer Kathie Williams of Small Town Creations and Mayor Tracy Welch welcomed everyone to the ceremony along with Logan County Fair royalty, Miss Logan County Fair Queen Ellyn Martinez, Junior Miss Logan County Ellie Wrage, and Little Miss Logan County Kodi Eigenbrod.

After Williams kicked off the 3-2-1 countdown, all the trees lit up on cue and families strolled the sidewalks around the courthouse square enjoying the lights, posing for photos, and choosing their favorite trees.

The courthouse square Christmas trees, carriage rides, ice skating at Scully Park, and downtown local businesses with unique items and delicious food will be available to enjoy all season long.

[Stephanie Hall]