Austintown is getting ready for its annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony.

The Wickliffe Circle Christmas Committee announced the 35th annual Austintown Community Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place Thursday, December 1 at 7 p.m.

The ceremony takes place at the Wickliffe Circle Fire Station located at 4102 Mahoning Avenue.

Christmas carols, food and drinks will be served for free after the tree lighting and Santa's arrival.