Denver Parade of Lights is a Denver city holiday tradition, held for more than four decades at the beginning of the winter holiday season.
The annual holiday parade spectacular is sponsored by 9NEWS and is held on the first Saturday in December, showcasing beautiful holiday floats and balloons, performances by marching bands and civic groups, and a special end-of-parade appearance by Santa Claus.
The parade runs for two miles throughout Denver's downtown and is simultaneously broadcast on 9NEWS for those looking for a respite from the cold weather. Visitors should note that sidewalk views of the parade may be obstructed due to crowds and are advised to arrive early to secure elevated grandstand seating.
Get Ready to Go!
- 1. Plan & Book:
- Visit the website and book directly, or call ahead to confirm hours.
- Find your stay: If needed, search for Hotel Deals nearby. Read reviews and book directly with the hotel, requesting any special amenities (romantic, kid-friendly, pet-friendly).
- Book your flight: If flying, compare flights and book directly with the airline. Add your frequent flier number and reserve your seat.
- Plan your trip:
- Estimate your driving time: Use Google Maps (click the blue 'Directions' arrow in the search box).
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