Christmas Tree Lighting & Santa on the Square – City of Marietta Parks, Recreation & Facilities

The City of Marietta Parks, Recreation & Facilities department hosts Christmas Tree Lighting & Santa on the Square in Glover Park on the Historic Marietta Square on Thursday, December 3, 2026, from 4 to 8 pm. The evening includes performances by local school and church choirs, holiday crafts and winter-themed games, Santa letter stations, an Ugly Holiday Sweater Parade that requires registration, and Santa’s arrival on the Square. Marietta’s Great Christmas Tree is lit at about 6 pm.