# A Lawrence Christmas: Parade and Tree Lighting at Lawrence Civic Plaza

> Event for families in the Indianapolis–Carmel–Greenwood area (IN). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Sat, Nov 28 · 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Where: Lawrence Civic Plaza, 5710 Lawrence Village Pkwy, Lawrence, IN 46216
- Ages: All ages
- Price: Free
- Organizer: City of Lawrence
- Official page: https://visitlawrenceindiana.com/events/event-calendar/christmas/
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

Lawrence's free holiday kickoff on the Saturday after Thanksgiving brings a parade, a tree lighting and a variety show to Civic Plaza. Parade and tree-lighting times are still marked 'Stay Tuned For Updates' on the city page.

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