Holiday activities planned at Harbor Point in Stamford

Officials behind Harbor Point in Stamford have scheduled a host of holiday festivities that begin this week.

On Thanksgiving Day, Harbor Point will be one of the sponsors for the fourth annual 5K Turkey Trot, which begins at 8 a.m. at Commons Park on Washington Boulevard. There is no admissions fee, but donations of non-perishable foods are highly encouraged. Walk-in registration is accepted on the morning of the run starting at 7:30 a.m. The last day to pre-register is Tuesday, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Pacific Swim Bike Run, 575 Pacific St.

A full-size ice skating rink at Harbor Point will open Friday. The ribbon-cutting ceremony takes place Dec. 2. The rink will operate from 3 to 10 p.m. weekdays and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. weekends and holidays. Admission is $9 for adults and $7 for children. Skate rentals are $5. Harbor Point Advantage cardholders are eligible for discounts.

Also on Dec. 2, Harbor Point will host the fourth annual tree lighting ceremony, at 6 p.m. in Commons Park. The evening will include caroling by Waterside School students and gospel choir singers. Hot chocolate, cookies and goodie bags will be available for children.

Building and Land Technology is the owner and developer of Harbor Point, a mixed-use waterfront development.