Lodi Christmas Parade of Lights

December 5, 2024, 6:17-9:30 p.m.

Pine Street, Church St., Lodi Ave., School & Locust
Lodi, CA
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A magical holiday parade that illuminates the streets of downtown Lodi. Over 80 entries with a sea of lights, floats, marching bands, dance groups and themed vehicles entertain thousands of viewers along the streets of downtown. The one mile route begins on Pine Street and continues down Church Street, Lodi Avenue, School Street and Locust.

The annual Parade of Lights " a magical holiday parade that illuminates the streets of downtown Lodi. The countless lights, floats, marching bands, dance groups and themed vehicles will entertain thousands of viewers on the first Thursday in December at 6:17 p.m. along the streets of downtown. The one mile route begins on Pine Street and continues down Church Street, Lodi Avenue, School Street and Locust.

A brilliantly lit horse-drawn carriage kicks off the festivities featuring the grand marshal. The spectacular parade concludes with holiday cheer from Santa Claus riding atop a Lodi fire truck.

Over 50,000 people of all ages line the streets of downtown. The Downtown Lodi Business Partnership invites all to be part of this signature event, Parade of Lights, which has become a cherished family tradition.

Kiwanis Club of Greater Lodi hosts Parade of Lights which was previously hosted by The Lodi Chamber of Commerce who through a bid process selected Kiwanis of Greater Lodi to carry on the Lodi Tradition. The parade attracts some 30,000 onlookers who enjoy the nearly 100 entries. Everything you can imagine from Horses to Harvesters and Marching Bands can be seen decorated with thousands of lights.

Other Lodi Events include the Lodi Grape Festival.

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