The Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce and Fire Department have been “illuminating” the famous, giant star on top of Castle Rock for 85 years and this annual event is the most anticipated holiday landmark in all of Douglas County each November.
Castle Rock Star Lighting
Be there to see the Star high atop the Castle ROCK turn blue!
The Castle Rock “Lighting of the Star” has been a community event shared by residents dating back to 1936. The same spirit of volunteerism, generosity, and love of tradition exists today as Castle Rock businesses and residents prepare to celebrate Starlighting downtown on the Saturday before Thanksgiving.
Step into a Norman Rockwell scene at Starlighting, an annual traditional community ceremony that includes lighting the star on top of Castle Rock followed by a fireworks display. Festivities include caroling, dancing, visiting with Santa Claus, kids activities, nonprofit booths, food vendors, hot chocolate, and the iconic chili supper at the Firehouse.The 2023 Castle Rock Starlighting is November 23, 2024 | Downtown Castle Rock | 2 – 6 pm in Downtown Castle Rock at Historic Wilcox Square.
As one of Castle Rock Chamber’s signature events, this year’s Starlighting celebration will again include hot chocolate, nonprofit booths, strolling entertainers, live entertainment and of course Santa will be present for photos and visits. Don’t forget to enjoy the Rink at the Rock, an outdoor ice skating rink in downtown Castle Rock as well. Non-profit groups are invited to participate in this well-respected community event to spread the word about their organization. Click below to register, space is limited.
The Saturday BEFORE Thanksgiving
Hot chocolate, Non-profit booths, Strolling entertainers, Live entertainment, Fireworks and of course Santa!
STARLIGHTING EVENT OVERVIEW
WHEN: Saturday, November 23, 2024 from 2:00 – 6:00 pm
WHERE: Historic Wilcox Square | Downtown Castle Rock & Festival Park
The ceremony begins at 5:00 pm on the main stage, with the lighting of The Star at approximately 5:30 pm, followed immediately by fireworks.
General Admission – FREE
Castle Rock Chamber events do not accept cash. Credit and debit cards only.
Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce created the beloved Starlighting event in 1962, which celebrates the holiday season featuring the lighting of the star on top of the Rock (the star was first lit in 1936).
The same spirit of volunteerism, generosity, and love of tradition exists today as Castle Rock businesses and residents prepare to kick off and celebrate the holiday season! For many, this is a sacred family tradition, not to be missed
