DATE CHANGE!!!!

With a lot of thought and consideration, we are moving “The Lighting of the Park Ceremony in downtown Royal Oak from this Thursday, Nov 21 to Friday November 22nd due to potential rain and wind gusts for Thursday. It’s going to be a spectacular night of lights, fun, family and the kick-off of the holiday season! So "re-mark" your calendars for This Friday, November 22nd, 4pm to 10pm, for the Lighting of the Park! And the Opening of the Rink at Royal Oak!

Formerly the Royal Oak tree lighting, this event has moved to Centennial Commons where guests can enjoy ice-skating at The Rink, shopping at the Holiday Huts featuring gifts and goodies from downtown Royal Oak businesses, mini-carnival rides, food trucks, live music and more, culminating with the lighting of Centennial Commons, including the Giant Oak Tree!

The Lighting of the Park Ceremony will take place on the steps of the Royal Oak Public Library. Local performances from Detroit’s own Alise King, James Whalen, Sean Blackman and more, plus the outstanding Royal Oak Children’s Choir, a skating performance from members of Team USA, and the first annual Beacon of Light Awards. Bring non-perishable food donations to receive free rides and inflatables!

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