SOUTH BEND, Ind. – Downtown South Bend is celebrating December First Fridays with a tree lighting ceremony and a visit from Santa.

On December 3 from 5 to 9 p.m., community members are invited to celebrate the holiday season during First Fridays.

The event kicks off with live performance and a number of performances at 5 p.m. followed by the arrival of Santa at 6 p.m. and the tree lighting on Gridiron shortly after.

Guests can also enjoy a number of activities around downtown along with special promotions at restaurants and businesses in the area.

First Fridays also marks the beginning of Downtown for the Holidays, a month-long celebration in the city.

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