City of Mt. Vernon Announces Christmas Tree Lighting at The Commons
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Date(s) - 11/22/2025
6:00 pm
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Mt. Vernon, Illinois — November 19, 2025 — The City of Mt. Vernon invites the community to gather for
the official Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at The Commons, celebrating the holiday season with the
illumination of the city’s iconic 28-foot Christmas tree. While the tree has been glowing since October
as part of Mt. Vernon’s fall programming, this ceremony marks its transition to full Christmas colors,
unveiling the tree’s festive palette for the holiday season.
This year’s event brings added excitement with new light features installed throughout The Commons,
which will debut as part of the lighting ceremony. These enhancements enrich the growing holiday
atmosphere at the heart of downtown and are designed to make The Commons an even more memorable
gathering place for families, visitors, and residents.
City Manager Nathan McKenna expressed enthusiasm for the continued growth of holiday offerings in
Mt. Vernon.
“The Commons has quickly become a centerpiece for community life in Mt. Vernon, and our Christmas
tree lighting is one of the moments that truly brings people together. We are excited to unveil this year’s
Christmas colors and new lighting features that make the space even more special for our residents and
guests.”
Tourism Director Angela Schrum highlighted the importance of creating inviting, share-worthy
experiences for both visitors and the local community.
“We love seeing families gather in our community during the holidays. The addition of The Commons, its
new lighting features and the brilliant Christmas display on the 28-foot tree add fresh magic to this
tradition. We’re proud to continue elevating the holiday experience in Mt. Vernon and hope everyone
comes out to celebrate with us.”
The lighting ceremony will take place at 6 p.m. Saturday, November 22nd. Attendees are encouraged to
bring cameras and share in the joy of the season.
For more information on holiday events in Mt. Vernon, visit www.enjoymtvernon.com or follow Enjoy
Mt. Vernon on social media.