Berthoud Parade of Lights

11/19/2025

Mark your calendars — A Very Merry Berthoud is happening Saturday, December 6th, 2025, including the beloved Parade of Lights!

🎄 Parade of Lights at 5:00 PM on Mountain Ave
Watch downtown come alive with glowing floats, music, horses, and holiday magic as the community gathers for one of Berthoud’s most cherished traditions. The parade will be immediately followed by our annual Tree Lighting Ceremony!
Register your float today: https://berthoudparadeoflights.com/

✨ All-Day Festivities (10am–7pm)
Before the parade, enjoy a full day of holiday fun downtown:
🛍 Local shopping with festive activities and photo ops
🐴 Santa on horseback
🎄 Cowboy Christmas + Outdoor Market on Massachusetts Ave
🎅 Santa meet-and-greets, crafts, and more for families
🎁 Expect giveaways, festive treats, free books at the library, carolers, toy drives, ice skating, and plenty more holiday cheer throughout downtown.
📍 Activity schedule, map, and full event details:
berthoud.org/AVeryMerryBerthoud

Bundle up, bring the family, and get ready for the glow — the Parade of Lights is the moment you won’t want to miss!

10/16/2025

🎄 Calling All Businesses, Schools & Community Groups! 🎄

The Berthoud Annual Parade of Lights & Tree Lighting Ceremony is back — as part of the Very Merry Berthoud celebration! ✨

We’re inviting YOU to join the holiday magic by entering a float in this year’s parade! Whether you’re a business, school, church, club, or just a group of festive friends, this is your chance to shine and show your Berthoud spirit.

🎅 Show your community pride
🚜 Decorate a float, trailer, golf cart, or vehicle
✨ Compete for fun awards & bragging rights
🎁 Help make downtown glow with holiday cheer!

📅 Parade Date: Saturday, December 6th, 2025 at 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Downtown Berthoud
🎉 Part of the Very Merry Berthoud celebration

👉 Sign up your float today: https://berthoudparadeoflights.com/

Let’s make this year’s Very Merry Berthoud parade the brightest one yet! 🌟
Tag someone who should enter a float below! 👇

Contact Kristina Portillo (970-646-3119) or Christine Torres (720-320-1405) for additional information.

10/16/2025

🎄 Calling All Businesses, Schools & Community Groups! 🎄

The Berthoud Annual Parade of Lights & Tree Lighting Ceremony is right around the corner — and we’re looking for creative, festive floats to help light up downtown! ✨

Whether you’re a local business, school, church, club, or just a group of friends who love holiday cheer, this is your chance to be part of one of Berthoud’s favorite traditions.

🎅 Show your community spirit
🚜 Decorate a float, trailer, golf cart, or vehicle
✨ Compete for bragging rights & awards
🎁 Spread holiday magic all through Main Street!

📅 Parade Date: Saturday, December 6th, 2025 at 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Downtown Berthoud

👉 Sign up your float today: https://berthoudparadeoflights.com/

Let’s make this year’s parade the brightest yet! 🌟
Tag someone who should enter a float below! 👇

Berthoud Annual Parade of Lights & Tree Lighting Ceremony Celebrate the Season's Sparkle and Joy Saturday, December 6th, 2025 at 5pm Family Fun in Downtown Berthoud Create a memorable family tradition in Downtown Berthoud on the first weekend in December. Discover one-of-a-kind treasures in Berthoud...

12/10/2024

🎉 Congratulations to our Parade of Lights Float Winners! 🎉

Best Executed Float: Cobblestone Corner with their "Nightmare Before Christmas" display.
Most Humorous Float: Omni Homes with their "Flying Reindeer."
Best Golf Cart: Asher Architect & Engineers for their creative and festive golf cart design.

Thank you to ALL our participants for making this year’s Parade of Lights truly magical! Your creativity, effort, and holiday spirit lit up the night and brought joy to our entire community.

11/27/2024

Just a reminder, float entries must be received by Saturday, November 30th! We are excited to share Prize Packs with $250 in local gift cards will be awarded in the following categories: Best Executed Float, Most Humorous Float, and Best Golf Cart.

Event Information: https://berthoudparadeoflights.com/

Register your float here: https://bit.ly/paradeapplication24

11/14/2024

🎄✨ Mark Your Calendars, The Holiday Magic is Coming!** ✨

The holiday season is fast approaching, and we're kicking it off with one of the most anticipated community events of the year! 🎉 Get ready for the **Annual Berthoud Parade of Lights**—a magical celebration that will fill your heart with joy and holiday cheer! 🌟

📅 **Save the Date**: **Saturday, Dec. 7 | 5:00 PM**
📍 **Location**: Downtown Berthoud

Join us as we light up the night with an unforgettable parade, starting with Santa’s grand entrance! 🎅 Then, watch as we gather for a beautiful Tree Lighting Ceremony and cozy up for some festive hot cocoa and caroling at Fickel Park 🎶

💫 Event Highlights:
- **Santa’s Grand Entrance** 🎅
- **Tree Lighting Ceremony** 🌟
- **Holiday Caroling at Fickel Park** 🎵
- Explore charming **shops** and **restaurants** in Downtown Berthoud 🛍️🍽️

🌟 Want to join the fun? 🌟
Apply for a float in the parade and showcase your creativity by lighting up the night with your dazzling display! 🚛✨
🎨 **Apply Here**: https://bit.ly/paradeapplication24

This is a **family-friendly event** you won’t want to miss—make new memories, enjoy delicious treats, and kick off the season in style! 🎁🎄

Let’s make this year’s parade sparkle brighter than ever. ✨

🔗http://berthoudparadeoflights.com

10/18/2023

🎉✨ Excitement is in the air, and the holiday season is just around the corner! It's time to mark your calendars and kick off the festivities with the Berthoud Parade of Lights. 🌟

📅 Save the Date: Saturday, Dec.2 at 5pm
📍 Location: Downtown Berthoud

Immerse yourself in the magic of Berthoud's historic downtown as we gather to celebrate the Annual Berthoud Parade of Lights. It's an event that promises to fill your heart with joy and kick off the holiday season with a whole lot of sparkle! 🎅🎄

🌟 Event Highlights:
🎅 Santa's Grand Entrance: Watch Santa make his grand entrance, spreading holiday cheer as he leads our enchanting parade.
🌟 Tree Lighting Ceremony: Join us for the heartwarming tree lighting ceremony that will fill the night with a warm, festive glow.
🎵 Caroling at Fickel Park: Gather around for some heartwarming caroling at Fickel Park, and sing your favorite holiday tunes with friends and family.

But that's not all! The Berthoud Parade of Lights is all about creating unforgettable family memories. Explore the charming shops and restaurants in Downtown Berthoud, where you're sure to find one-of-a-kind treasures and delicious treats. 🛍️🍽️

🚛 Parade Float Application: https://bit.ly/ParadeofLightsApplication2023
Want to be a part of the magic? We invite you to join us in making this year's parade even more special. Complete the Parade Float Application and showcase your creativity by lighting up the night with your dazzling float. Don't miss this opportunity to spread holiday cheer and be a part of an enchanting procession through the heart of Berthoud. 🎉🌠

Stay tuned as we share more exciting updates and sneak peeks of what's in store for this year's Berthoud Parade of Lights. It's a celebration you won't want to miss!

Get ready to make cherished memories with your loved ones at this year's Berthoud Parade of Lights. See you there! 🌠🎁
http://berthoudparadeoflights.com/

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