Liberty Light the Night & Downtown Tree Lighting

About this adventure

Historic Downtown Liberty celebrates the arrival of the Christmas season with its annual Light the Night & Downtown Tree Lighting. Centered around the picturesque 1930s Clay County Courthouse square, the celebration illuminates hundreds of thousands of dazzling holiday lights adorning the courthouse dome, civic lawn trees, and historic brick storefronts. Families gather on Small Business Saturday to enjoy horse-drawn carriage rides around the historic square, hear cheerful carols sung by local school and church choirs, and watch the festive countdown to light the city Christmas tree. Kids can stop by the Liberty Santa House to deliver wish lists to Santa Claus, participate in festive holiday ornament crafts at local shops, and warm up with complimentary hot cocoa and apple cider. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Broad concrete pedestrian sidewalks, crosswalks, and ramped access surrounding the historic Clay County Courthouse square. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Family restrooms equipped with baby-changing tables are available inside the Liberty City Hall building and community partner shops. • Age Suitability: Perfect for all ages, from infants wrapped in warm strollers to excited young kids meeting Santa. • Sensory Tips: Festive outdoor town gathering with cheerful caroling; weeknight visits offer a calm, magical stroll under the courthouse lights.