Macy's Theatre of Lights

Located blocks from the renowned Golden 1 Center, the Old Sacramento Waterfront district transforms into a 19th century winter wonderland as 150,000 spectators from all over the region visit to watch the light show spectacular and unique retelling of the American classic, “Twas the Night Before Christmas.”

Visitors in Old Sacramento Waterfront can view the production from the center of K Street as the story is performed from the balconies of the buildings around them. Discover how early pioneers experienced the calamities — and revelry — that befell the new city in the 1850s, the sounds of the fires, floods and parties will surround the audience as the 150-year-old building facades light up with color.