Lighting of the Green & Winter Wonderland 2026 in Taunton MA

November 28, 2022 admin

The Lights On theme is Christmas Around the World . Downtown Taunton will be lit for the holiday season, with the city’s 111th Lights On festival kicking things off on Saturday December 5th 3-8pm and the Taunton parade on Sunday. The official ceremony starts at 4:30 p.m. with the lighting of the Taunton Green. There will be live entertainment, various activities hosted by local businesses and organizations in the downtown area, a fireworks display, food vendors, and more. The lights will be on through January 1st. Bring the kids for a fun weekend event

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Lights On 2026 Activities

In addition to all of the amazing restaurants we have Downtown, this year’s Lights On Festival will feature a wonderful array of food trucks with something for everyone!
Come hungry to this year’s Lights On Festival — because Weir Street will be lined with food trucks on Saturday, December 5th from 3pm–8pm!
2026 Food Truck Lineup:
• Turner Brothers
• George’s Wiener Waggin
• Fat Johnny’s
• FLVR Food Truck
• Hetty’s Sweets & Savory
• Deag’s Local Diner
• Grammie’s Homemade Malasadas
• Burrito Bowl
• Desserts By Mya
• King David Lodge Fried Oreo’s
• Songbird Sourdough
• Noonan Concessions
• Jeano’s Restaurant
• Food Berrysweets
• Gonzalez Food Truck
• Sweet Kneads
Bring your appetite, your crew, and your holiday spirit — from your favorite Downtown restaurants to delectable offerings from a variety of food trucks, Lights On will have lots of food options to tempt your taste buds!

Sunday, December 6, 2026

12pm

Starts on Broadway, ends at City Hall

You don’t want to miss the fun as we kick off the holiday season in the Christmas City

During the month of December, after the Festival, the Christmas City has much to offer visitors & locals!
Visitors can enjoy the holiday lights display on the Taunton Green through New Years Day. Stroll around for the best views (parking is free downtown nights & weekends). Driving by the display in the car is also a great way to enjoy it! Don’t forget to roll down your windows to hear the music.
Santa is in his house on the Taunton Green on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays from 5-8 PM. Pictures are complimentary and you may also bring your own camera.
Victorian Carolers will be strolling on the Taunton Green on Friday & Saturday evenings. Stay tuned for the schedule.
Many downtown businesses decorate their storefronts. Stroll the downtown and enjoy the festive window displays.
The decorations are not just on the Taunton Green! Enjoy decorations along Main Street, at Liberty & Union Park (78 Main Street), and at Memorial Fountain on Church Green.