Walk Night Returns to Christmas Tree Lane 

December 3, 2024 – Fresno County Sheriff’s Office officials announce the 104^th year, Christmas Tree Lane will light up in Fresno. Nearly 150 homes and 300 trees will be on display for a two-mile-long stretch of road. 

It opens to the public free of charge on Tuesday, December 3^rd, 2024, and runs from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. This will also be a walk night, so no vehicles will be allowed to drive on Van Ness Blvd. between Shields and Shaw Avenues. 

A second walk night is scheduled for Wednesday, December 11^th from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Again, no vehicles will be allowed. Fresno County Sheriff’s deputies and volunteers will be patrolling the area on foot, horseback and bicycle for security reasons and to assist the public. 

Christmas Tree Lane will remain open until December 25^th. Motorists can see all of the decorations by traveling north on Van Ness during the following schedule. 

Sunday through Thursday from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. 

Friday and Saturday from 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. 

Please remember to take simple precautions on walk nights to ensure you have a safe and comfortable experience. 

- Allow extra time to get around the city streets as it will be very crowded. 

- Park only in permitted areas and do not block driveways. 

- Lock your vehicles and do not leave any valuables visible inside. 

- Parents should keep a close eye on their children and consider carrying a flashlight for extra visibility. 

- Prior to the walk, designate a meeting spot in case you get separated from family members. 

- Consider utilizing tracking technology / devices for young children. 

- Dress warm. 

- No alcohol consumption or marijuana use is allowed on Christmas Tree Lane. 

- Please be respectful of the neighborhood. Do not touch decorations and do not litter. 

- Report suspicious behavior by contacting a Sheriff’s deputy in person or by calling our office at (559) 600-3111.

Source & photo: Fresno County Sheriff’s Office