The City of Auburn officially kicked off the holiday season this past Saturday with its annual Santa Parade and Christmas Tree Lighting.

Revelers gathered on Main Street and in front of City Hall to await the arrival of that jolly old elf, Saint Nick, who arrived via antique fire truck, in lieu of the usual sleigh and reindeer.

After brief remarks from Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus, somebody threw the switch to light the tree and the holiday season was on.