VIDEO: See the lighting of the Del Ray Christmas tree and menorah

Published December 4, 2023 at 10:45AM

The Del Ray Christmas tree and menorah lighting on Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023 (staff photo by James Cullum)

In case you missed it, the lighting of the Del Ray Christmas tree and menorah was packed last night.

The evening was full of families and friends caroling with hot chocolate with marshmallows.

Former Alexandria Mayor Bill Euille made the countdown to light the 32-foot-tall tree at Pat Miller Neighborhood Square, along with Santa Claus, Kate Moran of the Rainbow Rock Band and members of the City Council. Santa Claus was escorted to the event by the Alexandria Sheriff’s Office.

The holiday season is underway in Del Ray.

Now THAT is a good looking tree! pic.twitter.com/sGbVWyNnQm

— Justin Wilson (@justindotnet) December 3, 2023

Are you ready for it?

5…4…3…2…1

The Del Ray Christmas Tree is officially lit! 🎄 pic.twitter.com/PAOPRnEKPK

— Alyia Gaskins (@Alyia4ALX) December 4, 2023

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James Cullum

Reporter James Cullum has spent nearly 20 years covering Northern Virginia. He began working with ALXnow in 2020, and has covered every story under the sun for the publication, from investigative stories to features and photo galleries. His work includes coverage of national and international situations, as well as from the White House, Capitol, Pentagon, Supreme Court and State Department. He's covered protests and riots throughout the U.S. (including the Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol), in addition to earthquake-ridden Haiti, Western Sahara in North Africa and war-torn South Sudan. He has photographed presidents and other world leaders, celebrities and famous musicians, and excels under pressure.