Charlottesville's 28th Annual Grand Illumination
Category: Event Calendar
Date and Time
- Friday, Dec 5, 2025 5pm - 8pm
Location
Ting Pavilion
700 E Main St
Details
The City of Charlottesville presents Charlottesville's 28th Annual Grand Illumination on Friday, December 5th from 5–8 PM at Ting Pavilion! This spectacular community tree lighting event features live music, food, games, prizes, special guests, and plenty of holiday fun for all ages! Big thanks to our Holiday Concert Sponsor, the Charlottesville Community Media Center, and our Illumination Sponsor, Dominion Energy!
Parking
Complimentary parking is available at Water Street and Market Street garages from 5-10 p.m. Security bag check stations will be set up at entrances for the duration of the event. Please consider arriving early to avoid waiting.
Vehicular Downtown Mall Crossings at 2nd and 4th streets will be closed at 4 pm on December 5th. City Hall and City Hall Annex parking lots at 7th Street and Key Rec Center will be closed at 11 a.m.
