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Expect traffic during downtown Kirkland Tree Lighting Ceremony

Santa Claus gives hugs during the downtown Kirkland Tree Lighting Ceremony in Kirkland in 2009. - File photo
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Santa Claus gives hugs during the downtown Kirkland Tree Lighting Ceremony in Kirkland in 2009.

November 23, 2011 · Updated 10:55 AM 

Commuters should expect traffic delays due to the Tree Lighting Ceremony to be held on Saturday, Nov. 26 in downtown Kirkland.

The event will be held from 4-8 p.m., with the Tree Lighting occurring at 6 p.m.

The eastbound lane of Park Lane from Lake Street South to Main Street will be closed from approximately 3-9 p.m. The Lake Street public parking lot, located on the corner of Lake Street and Central Way, will be closed all day.

For downtown parking information go to www.kirklandwa.gov/parking.

This Kirkland Downtown Association-hosted event draws 3,000 participants. For event information, go to www.kirklanddowntown.org (Select “Calendar”).

For special event permit information, contact Sudie Elkayssi, Special Projects coordinator, Kirkland Parks & Community Services Department, 425-587-3347 or selkayssi@kirklandwa.gov.

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