Kick off the holiday season in downtown Edina, which will be outfitted in holiday décor. The fun-filled day will feature appearances by Santa and The Ashley Ballet Arts Academy, who will perform excerpts from the Nutcracker. Listen to carols sung by the Chamber Singers of Edina High School as you wait for the anticipated tree lighting, with City of Edina Mayor Jim Hovland. A food and clothing drive will also take place, benefitting the Lupus Foundation of Minnesota. Visits with Santa from 3:30-5:30 p.m., Chamber Singers of Edina High School begin at 3 p.m., Tree Lighting at 5 p.m., Food and Clothing Drive begins at 3 pm. Across from Edina Cinema on W. 50th St; 952.922.1524.