Chris Gomez, District Manager of the Little Italy Association joined the show to talk about what attendees can expect. Begin your holiday season with Little Italy Association as they welcome back the Annual Little Italy Tree Lighting and Christmas Village on Saturday, December 3rd, from 4:00pm- 8:00pm. Watch as your favorite downtown neighborhood is transformed into a winter wonderland with Christmas twinkle lights along the 48-square blocks, 10-foot tall nutcrackers and kinetic tree holiday displays on street corners, and holiday performances. Experience some of San Diego’s best holiday spirit with loved ones at this family-friendly event when you immerse yourself into the holiday festivities—including a traditional Italian countdown tree lighting ceremony for their Piazza della Famiglia 25’ live tree, seasonal vendors, live music and entertainment, holiday treats, and family photos with Santa himself. Along with the Tree Lighting Ceremony, enjoy the Christmas Village, located on India Street, where attendees can find unique stocking stuffers and other holiday goodies from seasonal vendors and select Little Italy Mercato vendors during the entire event starting at 4:00pm.