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Experience the magic.
Denver's Favorite Holiday Tradition
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6
The 9NEWS Parade of Lights, proudly produced by the Downtown Denver Partnership, will return on December 6, 2025! This beloved holiday tradition will once again light up Downtown Denver with more than 40 dazzling floats, giant balloons, marching bands, equestrian units, cultural displays, and special guest appearances from Major Waddles the penguin and Santa himself.
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This year, the Downtown Denver Partnership is proud to welcome Denver Summit Football Club as the 2025 Grand Marshal.
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Read on for ways to support and experience this year’s celebration.
GET INVOLVED
Our sponsors make the magic possible! Explore 2025 sponsorship opportunities below.
We have fun and exciting opportunities in nearly every aspect of the event Click below to join us this year.
SUPPORT THE PARADE
For over three decades, the Parade of Lights has brought holiday cheer to hundreds of thousands of Denver and Colorado families, becoming a beloved multi-generational tradition. As a free event, the Parade is accessible to everyone in the community, and in 2024, the event drew over 300,000 attendees for its 50th Anniversary.
Each year, we secure funding to keep this celebration free and ensure that cultural groups, local performers, and marching bands can participate without fees. This commitment keeps the Parade diverse, inclusive and welcoming to all who want to take part.
VIEW PARADE ROUTE MAP
2025 SPONSORS
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