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Posted on: November 21, 2025

[ARCHIVED] Holiday Village 2025

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Jaco Pastorius Park transforms into a winter wonderland for free, family-friendly fun! Join us on Friday to light the 40-foot-tall Christmas Tree as we kick off a magical weekend of lights, music, food, and holiday festivities.

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