For the past 13 holiday seasons, a towering 45-foot Christmas tree has lit up the lawn of the Kerr County Courthouse, spreading cheer to locals and visitors alike. But after years of service—and increasing wear and tear, including persistent lighting issues—the aging tree has been retired and sold.
Now, without vital community support, the courthouse lawn could remain dark and bare this holiday season.
The Kerrville Christmas Lighting Corporation (KCLC) has launched a $125,000 campaign to replace the retired tree with a brand-new 50-foot LED tree—preserving Kerrville’s proud title as home to the tallest Christmas tree in the Texas Hill Country.
Your generous donation will fund our mission of enhancing Christmas in Kerrville.
The Kerrville Christmas Lighting Corporation (KCLC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a committed board of business and community leaders who are working to enhance the spirit of Christmas throughout Kerrville.
Kick off the holiday season in Kerrville on Saturday, November 22, 2025, with the Annual Holiday Lighted Parade, presented by the City of Kerrville, and the Courthouse Lighting Ceremony, hosted by the Kerrville Christmas Lighting Corporation (KCLC).
The parade will begin at 6 p.m. at the G Street Bridge and Water Street, travel westbound on Water Street, turn right on Earl Garrett Street, and end at the Kerr County Courthouse.
After the parade, enjoy a festive community celebration featuring the official lighting of the courthouse and community Christmas tree.
New for 2025, the event will include expanded entertainment, food trucks, and holiday surprises. The evening will also feature musical performances, a visit from Santa Claus, and the announcement of this year’s parade winners. Don’t miss this cherished Kerrville tradition.
