Fort RIley’s annual holiday tree lighting ceremony is Friday at 5:30 p.m. at Ware Parade FIeld, 500 Huebner Road.

Highlights of the event will include holiday caroling and a visit from Santa Claus. Maj. Gen. Joseph Martin, 1st Infantry Division and Fort Riley commanding general is scheduled to speak before the flip is switched to light the tree, which stands in front of the Fort Riley garrison headquarters.

Children will have the opportunity to visit with Santa Claus indoors following the tree lighting. The event is open to the public.