Night Lights Christmas Parade & Festivities

Friday, December 4, 2026
7:00 PM Parade
Downtown Grand Ledge

The Annual Night Lights Christmas Parade is a spectacular night time parade packed full of lots of lights and music! It starts at the Grand Ledge Fire Department at 500 North Clinton Street and then makes its way straight down Bridge Street to Scott Street. Santa always makes his appearance at the end of the parade, trading in his red sleigh for a red fire truck.

Parade Entry Lighting Requirements

To help us create a magical, glowing Christmas experience for our community, every parade entry must be illuminated from top to bottom. This is a nighttime parade, and visibility is essential for both safety and spectacle. Please plan your entry with abundant, high-impact lighting - think bright, colorful, and creative.

What We Expect

Lots and lots of lights. A few strands are not enough. Your entry should be fully lit and easily visible from a distance.
Consistent lighting on all sides. Make sure the front, back, and both sides of your entry shine.
Creative holiday lighting themes encouraged. LED strands, rope lights, battery-powered décor, illuminated props, glowing costumes - go big.
Safety first. All lighting must be securely attached and powered safely.

Why It Matters

Our nighttime Christmas parade is designed to be a dazzling holiday tradition. The magic only happens when every entry contributes to the glow. Well-lit floats help create a cohesive, festive experience for spectators and ensure your group is clearly seen along the route.

Final Reminder

Entries that arrive without sufficient lighting may not be allowed to participate. Please take time now to plan your lighting so your group shines - literally - on parade night.

Parade Entry Fees

Chamber Members: Free, login required
Non-Members: $5
Elected Office Position: $100
Important Registration Policy: The Chamber recognizes that unexpected circumstances may arise. While registration fees are non-refundable, registrations may be transferred to another registrant with prior notification to the Chamber. This flexibility allows us to allocate event resources efficiently. By completing registration, you acknowledge and agree to this policy.

Chamber Events

Letters to Santa Mailbox in the Plaza
Get Warm by the Firepit in the Plaza
6:45 PM Tree Lighting in Bridge Street Plaza
7:00 PM Christmas Parade starts at the fire station and heads south on Bridge Street
After the parade, visit Santa at the Grand Ledge Opera House!

2025 Local Festivities

4:00 - 6:00 PM Free hot chocolate and Open House at Masonic Temple
5:00 - 7:00 PM Grand Ledge Area District Library - Holiday activities
5:00 - 8:00 PM Free Hot Chocolate at the T Fiber truck in the parking lot behind Bridge Street Plaza
6:00 - 8:00 PM Grand Ledge Rotary Club Chili Cookoff (Grand Ledge Opera House)
6:00 - 8:00 PM Free Hot Chocolate at Pam's Pantry