Seasonal & Holidays

El Segundo Cancels Candy Cane Lane For First Time In 71 Years

The city of El Segundo announced Tuesday that it is canceling the popular event for the first time since 1949 because of the pandemic.

By CBSLA Staff

November 11, 2020 at 7:05 am

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EL SEGUNDO (CBSLA) – There will be no Candy Cane Lane this holiday season in El Segundo.

The city of El Segundo announced Tuesday that it is canceling the popular event for the first time since 1949 because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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"For many years Candy Cane Lane has brought great joy to the community, but considering the unprecedented circumstances, canceling the high-profile event to limit exposure during a pandemic is the right thing to do and the city appreciates the decision and cooperation of the event organizers," El Segundo said in a statement on its Facebook page.

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