Frisco hosts free tree lighting and movie screening Nov. 19

Frisco will host two free holiday events on Thursday, Nov. 19, in The Rail District on Main Street in downtown. The schedule begins at 5:30 p.m. with a Christmas tree lighting at 4th Street Plaza, located on the south side of Main Street in historic downtown.

Following the lighting, attendees can move to Rollertown Beerworks at 6450 Main Street to watch the holiday classic "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving." The film will be projected onto the historic silos at 6:30 p.m. and again at 7:30 p.m. Festive snacks featured in the movie will be available for purchase at the venue.

The Frisco Community Development Corporation (FCDC) supported the installation of the projection system. The organization stated that the goal is to showcase the historic silos and bring arts, entertainment, and shared experiences to the Rail District.

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, organizers encourage attendees to bring non-perishable food items to both locations. These donations will help stock the pantry at Frisco Family Services to support local families in need.

The events are part of a private public partnership established in 2022 between the City of Frisco, its Economic and Community Development Corporations (FEDC/FCDC), and Rollertown Beerworks. The partnership aims to promote tourism in historic downtown. Under the agreement, Rollertown committed to hosting at least a dozen live, special events each year to bolster tourism.