POULSBO — Santa in a monster truck, the Grinch on a hay ride, Vikings on the loose … wide-eyes and smiles were commonplace at the fifth annual Poulsbo Tree-Lighting Ceremony Nov. 27.

Hundreds braved the cold to see the tree lighting at the corner of Lindvig Way and Viking Avenue, many of whom stuck around for “After Light” festivities at Hudson Auto.

The Viking Avenue Business Association organized the event.

“A lot of people worked hard and I’m really proud,” Mayor Becky Erickson said.

Zoey Paoli, 3, draws a raffle item from Miss Teen Washington Abigail Dominguiano. Zoey’s mother, Nicole, looks on. Image credit: Pete O’Cain / Herald

Vikings lead the Santa Procession. Image credit: Pete O’Cain / Herald

The Grinch greeted residents at the Poulsbo Tree-Lighting Ceremony. Image credit: Pete O’Cain / Herald

Santa Claus rides onto Viking Avenue on monster truck. Image credit: Pete O’Cain / Herald

Lighting ceremony attendees participate in the “After Light” festivities at Hudson Auto. Image credit: Pete O’Cain / Herald

Kelsie Scott and Daniel Webber perform music outside the beer garden at Hudson Auto. Image credit: Pete O’Cain / Herald

Kids pose for a photo with Mr. and Mrs. Claus at Hudson Auto. Image credit: Pete O’Cain / Herald