Grand Illumination

Saturday, November 17

Join us behind the Lodge for holiday fun for the entire family at our Grand Illumination tree lighting ceremony! This year's event will include a visit from Santa, live music, children's craft projects, train rides, Oregon Observatory telescope viewing, face painting, works from select local artisan, huggable holiday characters, fireworks and more. Grab a bite from local vendors or at one of our Resort restaurants. Live entertainment will take place outdoors on the main stage.

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Grand Illumination Schedule of Events

12:00-4:30pm | Petting Zoo

12:00-7:00pm | Sunriver Observatory Telescope Viewing

12:00-7:00pm | Train Rides, Crafts, Face Painting, Food Vendors

2:30-7:00pm | Live Music: Toast and Jam

3:00pm | Santa Arrives!

3:00-5:00pm | North Pole open for Santa visits

5:45pm | Sunriver Resort Tree Lighting with Santa

5:45pm | Fireworks immediately following the tree lighting

5:45-7:00pm | North Pole reopens for Santa Visits

PARKING
Two parking options are available to event attendees:

1. VIP parking at the Sunriver Lodge for a $10 cash donation to Wonderland Express, a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that provides families in need with a memorable holiday experience including a full holiday meal, warm clothing, grocery gift cards, holiday gifts, photos with Santa and much more. Donations are tax-deductible with 100% of proceeds going directly to Wonderland Express.

2. Free parking at SHARC with shuttle transportation to the event provided.

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