Santa literally blew into town for today's Santa Parade. Though the winds were brisk and the air chilly, parade viewers stuck it out. Parade participants and viewers were all struggling with the wind and cold. Here's some scenes from this morning: SacPress Photos | Kati Garner

Tomorrow, November 25, the Sacramento's Tree Lighting festivities in Old Sacramento begins at 6:00 p.m. •The festivities include live performances, a visit from Father Christmas and much more. Visitors can join the fun and watch as Mayor Kevin Johnson flips the switch to light the tree at 6:30 p.m. • New this year, event-goers will be introduced to the Old Sacramento Theatre of Lights. At 6:30 p.m., a symphony of lights, sounds and visual effects will take the audience back to a time when the beloved poem The Night Before Christmas was first introduced in Sacramento in 1857. • The Old Sacramento Theatre of Lights will run two 10-minute light shows throughout the holiday season