This holiday season, the ambiance and joy of Christmas can be experienced with a trip down Christmas Tree Lane.
In 1920, the longstanding tradition of Christmas Tree Lane began with a touching tree decoration for a child that had passed away.
According to the Fig Garden Home Owners Association website, more than 100,000 people visit Christmas Tree Lane each year. People of all ages come to admire the two-mile span known as the Christmas Tree Lane and the beauty of Fresno’s tradition.
Christmas Tree Lane is located between Shields and Shaw Ave. The span includes more than 140 homes which are lit up during the event and 300 trees which are decorated. Decorations range from figurines to cartoon characters such as Peanuts and Looney Tunes.
Amenities offered throughout the event include cider and cocoa. Christmas carolers also provide angelic sounds along the lane. This year, live bands and musicians add to the all-around joyful atmosphere.
With such a large crowd of people, traffic and parking can become an issue. There is certainly parking farther away but few want to walk an extra mile or two. Fortunately, shuttles are available to transport people to the beginning of Christmas Tree Lane.
There are many more opportunities to experience this tradition with family and friends. Christmas Tree Lane will be open until Dec. 25, Sunday through Thursday from 6 p.m.-10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 6 p.m.- 11 p.m.
The last Christmas Tree Lane walk will be on Tuesday, Dec. 13 from 6:00-10:00 p.m. Christmas.