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Lights On at Village of Rochester Hills Tonight

Christmas tree, Santa await visitors tonight at retail center.

Holiday cheer will come to the Village of Rochester Hills tonight.

The Village will host its 12th annual “Light the Village” event, where the vibrant retail area comes to life with more than 850,000 lights.

In addition to lighting its 25-foot tree, the ceremony will welcome Santa to the Village for another year of free visits in Santa’s Snug.

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The festivities begin at 5:30 p.m. on the Crittenton Stage, boasting entertainment and special guests Jay Towers and Jennifer Kincer. 

The community is being asked to bring a new toy to donate to the Salvation Army Eastern Michigan Division for the Village's second toy drive. Those who bring a toy to donate could win a ride with Santa from the stage to Santa’s Snug in a convertible, the winner's family gets to be the first to visit with Santa and take your annual photo.  

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    Entertainment Schedule:  

    Crittenton StageThe “Cornerstone Parade” begins at 7 p.m. and includes:

    Additional events:

    • 7:15-7:30 p.m. -  Caroling led by The Violettes as Santa makes his way to Santa's Snug
    • 7:30-8:15 p.m. - Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree with The Gratitude Steel Band
    • 8:15-8:30 p.m. - The St. Irenaeus Children's Choir

    All night long: The following activities will be available from 5:30-9 p.m.:


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