Natchez's 2023 Christmas Tree Lighting celebration was a hit Saturday evening. (Sabrina Robertson | The Natchez Democrat)

(Sabrina Robertson | The Natchez Democrat)

Santa engages children in the crowd. (Sabrina Robertson | The Natchez Democrat)

Mayor Dan Gibson questions children in the crowd. (Sabrina Robertson | The Natchez Democrat)

Gabby White sits on Santa's lap. (Sabrina Robertson | The Natchez Democrat)

Families line up for photos with Santa inside Home Bank. (Sabrina Robertson | The Natchez Democrat)

Paisley and Raeleigh Perrin get their picture taken with Santa. (Sabrina Robertson | The Natchez Democrat)

The Polar Express train rides down Commerce Street. (Sabrina Robertson | The Natchez Democrat)

The Natchez Council Chamber turns into a winter wonderland for the tree lighting event. (Sabrina Robertson | The Natchez Democrat)

An elf and reindeer join the tree lighting fun.(Sabrina Robertson | The Natchez Democrat)