Hundreds gathered near Old Mission Santa Inés Friday to witness the fiery conclusion of Solvang s month-long Julefest celebration that each year finishes off with a controlled Christmas tree burn event.
Solvang’s Annual Christmas Tree Burn made a comeback Friday night after being canceled last year due to weather conditions. Trees were brought in by local residents as hundreds of spectators
The Christmas Tree Burn is one of the largest fire safety demonstrations along the Central Coast that is overseen by the Santa Barbara County Fire Department.