Seasonal & Holidays

Crystal Lake Festival of Lights Parade 2025 Is This Week

The parade will be held on November 28 in downtown Crystal Lake.

CRYSTAL LAKE, IL — The Crystal Lake's Festival of Lights Parade will step off at 7 p.m. on November 28 in downtown Crystal Lake.

Here is what city officials and to saw about the annual parade, which will be located in the area of Williams and Brinks streets:

The Festival of Lights Parade is the traditional start to the season when Santa Claus comes to town! Join us for the parade and stay for the lighting of the community Christmas tree in the Brink Street Market courtyard! The evening is filled with lights, music, pageantry, and a little magic!

More information on the parade can be found here.

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