Parade of Lights

Parade of Lights
Friday, December 5th
Presenting Sponsor:  Open
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Downtown Historic Erie/Coal Creek Park


 

BE PART OF THE MAGIC! 
The Erie Chamber of Commerce is looking forward to this year’s annual Parade of Lights!
Join us for this dazzling parade as it travels through downtown Erie.
Come out and enjoy our downtown area, local school choirs, free Carriage Rides and a visit with Santa just before the Parade of Lights!  Enjoy Open Skating!

Volunteer Opportunities:  Stay tuned
Volunteers are an integral part of the Chamber and help to make our events successful.  There are several events throughout the year that Volunteers are needed.
Volunteering is a great way to get to know business members and other members of the community.
The Chamber events can also offer great community service hours for students who may need volunteer hours for school or other organizations.

Local Choirs Singing - Choirs will be inside Orchard Community Church - 470 Briggs Street

Free Carriage Rides -  4:30 - 7:00pm

Visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus - 4:00 - 6:00pm

Food for Sale - TBD

Orchard Community Church - 470 Briggs Street - Free Hot Chocolate, Restrooms



Parking
Parking is available in the town along residential streets, in the parking lot at the Erie Methodist Church on Holbrook Street just west of Town Hall and in Calvary Bible Church at 415 Evans Street.  Do not block driveways or fire hydrants.  There is no event parking in the alleys.  

Important ADA Parking Information: There are limited handicap parking spaces available on the north side of Coal Creek Park along Cheesman Street. Please be aware that you will not be able to move your vehicle during the parade. Handicap spaces are limited so these are on a first come, first serve basis.  
 

2025 Parade of Lights Parade Application ready in October 2025:

Volunteer Opportunities:  
Volunteers are an integral part of the Chamber and help to make our events successful.  There are several events throughout the year that Volunteers are needed.
Volunteering is a great way to get to know business members and other members of the community.
The Chamber events can also offer great community service hours for students who may need volunteer hours for school or other organizations.