Thursday, December 4, 2025

Altadena Candle Light Vigil Memorial Plans Confirmed for Jan. 7, 2026

A memorial event marking the one-year anniversary of the Eaton Fire has been confirmed for Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026, at 6 p.m., according to the Altadena Chamber of Commerce & Civic Association.

The event, formally titled the “Altadena Candle Light Vigil,“ is being organized by the Altadena Chamber of Commerce & Civic Association in partnership with community groups, so far including Intentional Talk Radio, Connect 2 Rise, and Kinfolks Helping Hands. These are local civic, media, and nonprofit organizations.

The vigil is intended as a solemn remembrance of the fire that began Jan. 7, 2025, claiming the lives of 19 civilians and destroying more than 9,400 homes and other structures. Organizers describe the gathering as a “first anniversary reflection event” to honor victims, support survivors, and provide space for community-wide reflection.

Planning at this stage suggests the observance will be community-wide across Altadena. Release of additional logistical details is expected soon.

While some community posts have urged residents to stand in front of their homes with battery-operated candles, those instructions have not appeared in official Chamber announcements and appear to be informal suggestions rather than confirmed directives.

The vigil’s central element is a candle-lighting ceremony, with the symbolic lighting of candles across the community to honor victims and survivors of the Eaton Fire.