Light the official Christmas tree lights at Cherry Creek mall

Come catch the 24th annual tree lighting ceremony at Cherry Creek Shopping Center from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. Friday.

Join Cherry Creek and Santa Claus for hot apple cider, kettle corn, entertainment by the Original Dickens Carolers and a holiday celebration as attendees count down to officially light the 58-foot tree in the valet circle for the season. This annual event is a can’t-miss family tradition for many Denverites (never mind that my birthday isn’t until Dec. 2, wink wink).