‘Christmas Tree Lane’ in Alameda draws families from all over city for biggest night of the year

ALAMEDA, Calif. (KGO) — Christmas Tree Lane in Alameda was packed Christmas Eve with families checking out all the decorated homes. Residents say it’s the street’s busiest night of the holiday season. For some families, visiting is a holiday tradition. On Sunday night, there were smiles all around. Thompson Avenue was the place to be on Christmas Eve. MORE: The best and brightest of San Jose’s home Christmas light displays Whether on foot or in a car, it’s the time to take a stroll down Christmas Tree Lane. For decades, people living on this street have gone all out with decorations that could get even the meanest Grinch in the holiday spirit. “This is our 17th year living here, and…