Seasonal & Holidays

Date Set For Annual Stamford Downtown 'Heights & Lights' Event

The popular event returns for 2026 with Santa and friends rappelling from 22 stories above downtown Stamford.

STAMFORD, CT — Santa Claus, Rudolph, the Grinch and friends will rappel from 22 stories above downtown Stamford at Landmark Square, one of the city’s tallest buildings, followed by a fireworks show, according to Stamford Downtown.

After the rappel, Santa and friends will march up Bedford Street to Latham Park for holiday music and the lighting of Stamford's holiday tree.

Stamford Downtown recommends parking at:

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  • Stamford Town Center
  • Bell Street Garage
  • Summer Street Garage
  • Landmark Garage, accessible via Atlantic Street

Because of ongoing construction around the Bedford Street Garage, organizers recommend using one of the garages listed above.

Stamford Downtown said more information will be announced.

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