Festival of Lights Parade 2024

Story: Kick off Christmas and the holiday season in Crystal Lake with the annual Festival of Lights Parade through downtown Crystal Lake. Warm up with this year’s theme, “Wish You Were Here: An Island Christmas!” Experience a tropical twist on holiday traditions with a night of festive fun under the stars, featuring palm trees, ukuleles, and all the holiday cheer you can imagine. Bring your loved ones, enjoy the traditional festivities of lights, music, pageantry, and create unforgettable memories with the return of that jolly man in red! The evening culminates in the lighting of the community Christmas tree in the Brinks Street Market and the opening of Santa’s House. Check the website for more details.