This year’s Niles Tree Lighting and Festival of Lights Parade will be held this Friday, November 29, 2024. The event begins with the tree lighting at 6:00 p.m. followed by the Festival of Lights Holiday Parade at 6:30 p.m.
The following roads will be closed from approximately 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. this Friday, November 29, 2024:
-Niles Blvd., between “J” St and Hillview Dr in both directions. The intersection of Hillview will remain open for traffic.
-Iron Horse Lane between “J” St and “F” St
-“D,” “E,” “F,”, “G,” “H,” and “I” Street, between Second St and Niles Blvd
-Iron Horse Lane between “F” St and “J” St
-Sullivan Underpass
-Large City parking lot next to Niles Town Plaza
-Small City parking lot next to Niles Town Plaza
-J St between Niles Blvd and Second St will close at the time of the tree lighting at approximately 6:00 p.m. and will remain closed until approximately 9:00 p.m.
-Vehicles will not be allowed to enter Niles on Niles Blvd. (off Mission Blvd.) after 5:30 p.m. and Niles will only be accessible via Nursery Ave. and Niles Blvd. from the north during the parade.
The following roads will remain open:
-Nursery Ave.
-Niles Blvd. on the north-side of Hillview Drive
-Hillview Drive
-Second Street
IMPORTANT NOTE: Chairs are NOT allowed on the sidewalk or spectator area before 10:00 am on Friday, November 29! Any chairs found on public property before this time will be removed by event organizers to help keep the area clear and accessible as set up for the event takes place. Fremont Police Department asks attendees to please refrain from bringing backpacks and large bags into the area. All bags are subject to search. Additionally, drones are NOT permitted to fly over any special events.
Please drive carefully, as a large crowd—including many children—is expected. We recommend arriving early and carpooling.
Stay aware and report suspicious activity. If You See Something, Say Something. Do not confront individuals; instead, for non-emergencies, call Fremont Police at (510) 790-6800 option 3 or TEXT-A-TIP by texting “TIP FREMONTPD” and your message to 888-777. For emergencies or crimes in progress, dial 9-1-1.
