Downtown d’Lights will take place Friday in Erie and will feature several free events at Perry Square and the Boston Store building.

Festivities will get under way at 5 p.m., starting with free musical performances. Free horse-drawn carriage rides and visits with Santa, including a photo, will be provided from 6 to 8 p.m.

See Perry Square shine with thousands of Christmas lights when the on switch is flipped at 6:15 p.m.

You also can enjoy free coffee and hot chocolate.

To learn more, call (814) 455-3743 or visit www.eriedowntown.com/events/details/?id=396.