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San Gabriel’s holiday tree lighting drew about 3,000, organizers say; stamp-card giveaway ran out

Community Services Commission · January 6, 2026
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Recreation staff said the Dec. 2 holiday tree lighting drew an estimated 3,000 people, led to unexpectedly high demand for stamped-sample cards and hot cocoa, and prompted staff to plan additional logistical changes for next year’s 50th anniversary event.

Recreation Supervisor Andy Schoopler told the Community Services Commission that the city’s Dec. 2 holiday tree lighting drew an estimated 3,000 attendees and included a Taste of San Gabriel featuring eight local restaurants, student performances and a parade escort for Santa by the Fire and Police departments.

"We estimated we had approximately 3,000 people in attendance at the event this year," Schoopler said, and he described changes to event layout and added LED…

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