Long Beach kicked off the holiday season with its sixth annual tree lighting ceremony and Santa’s arrival at 2nd & PCH on Tuesday evening, Nov. 25.

The highly anticipated family tradition transforms the coastal retail center into a festive winter wonderland, complete with sparkling lights, cheerful decor and holiday spirit.

Families and friends converged at the popular retail center on Tuesday to enjoy a variety of holiday festivities, including a live performance by SZN4 from the show “Building the Band,” crafts, face painting and more. • Fireworks light the sky over the Christmas tree at the sixth annual tree lighting ceremony at the PCH & 2nd shopping center in Long Beach on Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025. (Photo by Howard Freshman, Contributing Photographer) • Attendees look skyward for

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