Carson Valley's 25th Annual Parade of Lights returns, parade entry applications being accepted now
One of Carson Valley’s brightest celebrations of the holiday season will take to the streets during the Carson Valley Chamber of Commerce’s 25th Annual Parade of Lights on Saturday, December 4th, 2021 beginning at 5 p.m.
This year’s parade theme is “Magical Carson Valley”. Residents and visitors will line Highway 395 from Gilman Avenue to Minden Park to watch dozens of colorfully decorated floats.
This annual event is a parade of lights with floats, autos, individuals, and other creative mobile objects, decorated with light or illumination from battery packs, generators, flashlights, glow sticks, or other various means.
The event is designed to provide quality entertainment for Carson Valley and encourages local groups and businesses to show off their festive spirit.
“We’re very pleased to be bringing the Parade of Lights back for its 25th year, especially after last year’s cancellation due COVID restrictions,” says Alicia Main, Executive Director of the Carson Valley Chamber of Commerce. “The community can show its support by signing up as float participants or attending the day-of festivities.”
The event is produced by the Carson Valley Chamber of Commerce, along with these generous sponsors: Carson Valley Visitors Authority, Town of Gardnerville, Town of Minden, the Record Courier, Accolade Trophies, and the Douglas County Sheriff's Office.
Applications to enter a float, whether it be by horse, on foot, or motorized, are available on-line at carsonvalleynv.org/parade-of-lights.
The entry fee is $50.00 and the application deadline is Friday, November 26th.
Award categories are friends/family, government, service club/non-profit, business, youth, and best overall.
For questions or information, contact the Chamber Office at 775-782-8144 or info@carsonvalleynv.org or visit https://visitcarsonvalley.org/events/parade-of-lights/
About the Carson Valley Chamber of Commerce
Founded in 1945, the Carson Valley Chamber of Commerce’s mission is to identify and address the changing needs of the business community and to promote quality of life in the Carson Valley. Visit carsonvalleynv.org for more information.