Unseasonably warm weather brought thousands to downtown Lakewood for the fifth-annual LightUp Lakewood event.

Sponsored by LakewoodAlive, Light Up Lakewood took over downtown on Detroit Avenue from Marlowe to Arthur avenues.

It was truly a winder wonderland.

The event featured the region’s only winter parade, a ceremonial lighting of holiday lights at Lakewood Hospital, an appearance by Santa Claus and street entertainment. 

There were plenty of holiday-themed activities. 

Santa Claus was on had. So were his elves, the Grinch, Frosty the Snowman and others.

There was also live music, including the St. Edward Trash Talkers.

Rick Uldricks contributed photos to this post.