For the first time the West Seattle Junction Tree lighting, set for Dec. 5 from 5 to 7pm will close Alaska street between 42nd Ave SW and Calfornia Ave SW to allow more people to join the fun. The street will close at 4pm.

It will be held in Junction Plaza Park at 42nd and Alaska. Hot Cocoa and cookies will be provided by Whole Foods.

Two bonfires will be on the street to keep hands warm and the West Seattle High School Marching Band will perform along with the Endolyne Children's Choir as well as the the Jay Cates Trio. Jack Menashe is scheduled to speak and ArtsWest will also offer a performance. Santa will also be on hand.

West Seattle YMCA's Josh Sutton will be the Emcee.