Celebrate the Holidays Tonight at our
Annual Tree Lighting Event!
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The City of Citrus Heights is kicking off the holiday season tonight, December 4th, with our annual Holiday Tree Lighting event, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at City Hall (6360 Fountain Square Drive)! Join the Citrus Heights City Council, City staff and Santa Claus for a joyful community tradition as we celebrate the start of the season.
Enjoy free family fun, including Santa’s Workshop with activities for kids, photos with Santa, hot cocoa and cookies, train rides around City Hall and the lighting of our outdoor tree!
Bring your family, invite your neighbors and celebrate the start of the holidays with the City of Citrus Heights!
Visit the Tree Lighting web page for additional information, including the schedule of activities and parking details.
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A Look at the Highlights of 2025
Our 2025 Year in Review is here! Take a look back at the past 12 months of progress and community impact from the City of Citrus Heights and the Citrus Heights Police Department.
From month-to-month highlights to measurable accomplishments, see how much we’ve achieve together as a community in 2025!
Click here to view the Year in Review Flyer.
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Holiday Closure: City Hall Closed Dec. 24 – Jan. 1
Due to the holidays, City Hall will be closed on December 24th - January 1st
Come visit us before the holidays begin! We look forward to serving you when we reopen on January 2nd with our regular hours of 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Essential city services and emergency response will maintain operations during this time.
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Nominations for Best Lights in Citrus Heights Open Now!
Best Lights in Citrus Heights is back this year for another friendly city competition!
Neighbors are invited to nominate for their favorite exterior holiday decorations. Don’t wait! Nominations are currently open and will close on December 8th! Once nominations close, the community votes on their favorites from December 9th to the 16th.
All nominees and category winners receive a yard sign to display at their residences. Following the vote count, yard signs can be picked up at City Hall on December 18th.
Here are this year’s Award Categories:
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GRISWOLD: Brightest and most impactful display of shining lights.
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HOLIDAY VILLAGE: The best-decorated block or neighborhood working together.
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WINTER WONDERLAND: Chilliest display of icicles, white lights and wintry display.
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SNOW GLOBE: Biggest and brightest inflatable display.
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SLEIGH THE THEME: Tells a cohesive story or has a clear theme.
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SANTA'S FAVORITE/OVERALL: Best appearance and overall decoration.
For more information and to nominate a neighbor, visit our website.
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Stay Ahead of the Storm with these Preparedness Tips
Rainy weather is on the way, which makes now the perfect time to get prepared. Here’s how you can help protect your home and neighborhood during this storm season:
Pick Up Free Sandbags
Citrus Heights residents can pick up free sandbags at our self-serve stations. Just bring your ID to City Hall to collect bags, then fill them at either City Hall or C-Bar-C Park. Get tips on properly filling a sandbag here.
Help Keep Our Streets Clean
Prevent clogged storm drains by clearing leaves from your yard, driveway, sidewalk and gutter. You can set out up to six bags of leaves next to your organic waste cart for collection by Republic Services.
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Shop Local This Holiday Season!
Small businesses are at the heart of Citrus Heights. They create jobs, strengthen our local economy and bring character and connection to our community. This holiday season, choosing to shop local is one of the easiest ways to support the entrepreneurs who help make Citrus Heights a great place to live.
Here’s a sneak peek at a few gift ideas to get you started:
For Your Trendy Friend
For the Experience Seeker
For the Nights You Don’t Want to Cook
Explore the full gift guides here, and thank you for supporting our local businesses this season!
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Free Pet Microchipping and On-Site Licensing Events for Citrus Heights Residents
Citrus Heights Animal Services is hosting two upcoming Pet Microchip and Licensing Events to help residents keep their pets safe and properly registered. These events are part of the City’s ongoing effort to promote responsible pet ownership and ensure lost pets can be quickly reunited with their families.
Event Dates & Locations:
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Saturday, December 6, 2025 | 6510 Antelope Road (near Stones Gambling Hall)
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Saturday, January 10, 2026 | 7000 Auburn Boulevard (near the Costco parking lot)
Each event is hosted from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Services Available On-Site:
- Free microchipping for Citrus Heights residents
- Pet licensing assistance (valid rabies certificate required)
- Free rabies vaccination vouchers for the first 50 attendees, sponsored by Sylvan Corners Pet Hospital
Important Notes for Participants:
- Dogs must be leashed and cats must be in secure carriers
- Proof of Citrus Heights residency is required
- Walk-ins are welcome; no appointment necessary for these events
Per Citrus Heights Municipal Code § 8-90, all dogs and cats over four months of age must be licensed. These events provide a convenient, no-cost opportunity to meet that requirement while also enhancing your pet’s safety with a microchip.
For more information or to request an individual microchipping appointment on a separate date, visit the City’s Animal Services webpage.
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City Council Meeting
Wednesday, December 10th
@ 6 p.m.
CANCELLED: City Council Meeting
Wednesday, December 24th
@ 6 p.m.
Please note that meetings are subject to change. Visit
CitrusHeights.net for updates. All meetings are held at City Hall: 6360 Fountain Square Drive, Citrus Heights, CA 95621
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City of Citrus Heights is Hiring!
Apply to work for the City of Citrus Heights today.
View all the City's open roles at GovernmentJobs.com/careers/CitrusHeights
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City of Citrus Heights: Tree Lighting
Thursday, December 4
Sunrise MarketPlace: Laser Light Show & Night Market
Friday, December 5
CHPD Animal Services: Microchip & Pet Licensing Event
Saturday, December 6
Single Mom Strong: Holiday Open House & Free Photos with Santa
Sunday, December 7
Sunrise MarketPlace: Stranger Things Finale Skate Party
Friday, December 12
Citrus Town Center: Santa's Arrival
Saturday, December 13
Heights Church: Experience Christmas
Saturday, December 20
If you'd like to see your event posted, sign up for Connect Citrus Heights here.
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You Ask, We Answer
Where we answer common
resident questions
Q: How do I dispose of my holiday waste, including trees, lights, and extra cardboard?
A: You can recycle your live-cut holiday tree by cutting it into pieces that fit inside your green organic waste cart or placing the whole tree at the curb for pickup between December 26 and January 16. Old or broken holiday lights can be dropped off for recycling in the City Hall lobby or placed in your garbage cart. Flattened cardboard should go in your blue recycling cart, with any extra flattened boxes placed next to the cart on your regular recycling day.
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Help Report Beautification Needs in Our City
Our residents are our most diligent reporters when it comes to community beautification and blight issues! By reporting potholes, graffiti, illegal dumping and other concerns you help our team respond to needs in a prompt manner.
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6360 Fountain Square Drive, Citrus Heights, CA 95621
(916) 725-2448
TTY/DD: CA Relay Service 7-1-1
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