FONDA TREE LIGHTING AND LIGHT UP THE NIGHT SLATED FOR DEC. 5

FONDA, N.Y.— Visit Montgomery County and the Village of Fonda will host a community holiday event, including a tree lighting ceremony and “Light up the Night”, trunk-or-treat and light show, Friday Dec 5.

The tree lighting will begin at 5:30 p.m. near the Village of Fonda bathhouse. Music will be provided by members of the Fonda-Fultonville band and choir, and the Fonda-Fultonville cheerleaders will perform as part of the program.

“Light up the Night”, a trunk-or-treat and light display, will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. in the adjacent parking lot at 20-40 Park St. Local fire departments, businesses and community groups will be decorating their vehicles and distribute candy and small treats to children.

The first 100 children at the event will receive a free stocking to use for collecting treats, while supplies last.

Montgomery County Department of Public Works will be raffling off a bicycle donated by Mark and Susan Scott during the event. Children will also have the opportunity to take photos in a sleigh and drop off or write letters to Santa on site. The Fonda-Fultonville Class of 2027 will sell refreshments during the event. “Light up the Night” is free and open to the public. Parking will be available in half of the village parking lot, near the canal and at the Montgomery County Annex Building.

“We are thrilled to partner with Montgomery County Tourism and our local FONDA (Friends Organized for a Nicer Dwelling Area) organization—an incredible group that has given so much to our community—for this year’s Tree Lighting and Light Up the Night event at Fonda Park,” Village Mayor Bill Peeler said.” This celebration truly showcases what makes our community special: dazzling lights, festive music, and treats shared by individuals and organizations who care deeply about our residents. Our park’s slogan says it best: “Integrating people with our natural resources.”

“We invite everyone to join us for this final celebration of 2025 and share in the joy of the season,” Peeler continued. “As we reflect on a wonderful year of events, we extend our heartfelt thanks to all who participated and to Avery’s Trees for generously donating this year’s Christmas tree. We look forward to an even brighter2026.

In the spirit of giving, we encourage those who are able to support local organizations in the Fonda–Fultonville area that work tirelessly to help families in need. Together, we can make a difference.”

“I’m proud that Visit Montgomery County could partner to help make this a special evening for children and their families,” County Executive Pete Vroman said. “Bundle up and come out—-we look forward to seeing everyone there.”