9NEWS Parade of Lights

About This Event

Denver's Favorite Holiday Tradition, the 9NEWS Parade of Lights, is a large holiday parade that takes place in downtown Denver, Colorado. The page thanks attendees for "this year’s 9NEWS Parade of Lights" and notes that the energy, excitement, and community spirit made downtown Denver shine. It highlights the contributions of volunteers, performers, partners, sponsors, and parade participants who bring this cherished Denver tradition to life year after year. The event features a defined parade route through downtown Denver, with designated parade route closures, staging area street closures, VIP grandstands, general grandstands, ADA drop-off points, parade village, mobile food vendors, and public restrooms. The embedded "Parade of Lights 2025" Google My Map shows layers for: - Parade Route - Staging Street Closures - No Public Access zones - Entrances and VIP Grandstand Entrance - VIP Grandstand and regular Grandstands - ADA Drop Off Point - Parade Route Closures (3pm–8pm) - Staging Area Street Closures (2pm–10pm) - Mobile Food Vendors (including Kettle Krazy Popcorn, Fanwich, R&B Tacos, Neveria La Unica, Darleen'z Dillaz, Flavor of Tabasco, Matteo's Crepes, Siete Foods, Moji Pretzels & Churros, Tom's Waffles, Travelin' Tom's Coffee, Sundae Ice Cream) - Parade Village attractions (Street Soccer USA, Soccer Pitch, Denver Cows, Postcard Photo Op, Holiday Tree, Santa Mailbox, various sponsor/partner tents such as Allied Global Marketing, Renewal by Anderson, Harris Law Firm, Bank of Colorado, Denver Summit FC Merch, NFL Flag Football, and others) - Public Restrooms (Union Station and Skyline Park) The My Map is titled "Parade of Lights 2025" and is attributed to "Downtown Denver Partnership," with an update and publication date of November 21, 2025. The Winter in Denver page itself refers to the 9NEWS Parade of Lights as an annual holiday tradition and notes: "We loved celebrating the magic of the season with you and can’t wait to see you again in 2026!" This indicates the next occurrence will be in the 2026 holiday season, likely in early December in the evening, although the exact day and time are not listed on this specific page. Key on-site features for attendees include: - A downtown Denver parade route (exact streets shown via the Google My Map link) - Viewing areas with grandstands and a VIP grandstand - Designated entrances and ADA drop-off locations - A Parade Village with family-friendly interactive activities (street soccer, holiday tree, Santa mailbox), photo opportunities, sponsor activations, and food options - Multiple mobile food vendors along or near the route - Public restrooms located at Union Station and Skyline Park The event is outdoors, holiday-themed, and suitable for all ages and families, with a strong community and seasonal focus.

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