Derby will hold its eighth annual tree lighting ceremony at 6 p.m. Nov. 21 at Madison Avenue Central Park, 512 E. Madison.

Mayor Dion Avello will turn the lights on the tree to kick off the holiday season. The event will also include time for children to decorate cookies, photo mats and Christmas ornaments.

Visitors can use their cameras to take pictures with Santa Claus. There will be cookies, hot chocolate and coffee. Other food items will be available for purchase.