The Venice sign will be made merry and bright at the 5th annual holiday lighting ceremony and block party. Festivities begin at 6 p.m. at Windward and Pacific, and as in years past, a surprise guest will do the honors of flipping the switch at 8 p.m.

For those who'd like to participate, there will also be a toy collection happening for the 10th Annual Muscle Beach Toy Drive (in conjunction with the LAPD Pacific Division & Pacific Area Boosters) and the Great Venice Toy Drive.