Festival Of Lights Parade

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FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS PARADE 2026

First Federal Bank presents the 2026 Festival of Lights Parade! Join us on Friday, December 4th, with our annual Lights Parade beginning at 6:00 PM.

The parade route is on Main Ave. from Dierkes Street to Jerome Street. The annual Tree Lighting Ceremony will follow directly after the parade at the Commons across from the City Hall.

2026 Parade Theme: Season of Giving

JOIN US FOR A BRIGHT & FESTIVE EVENING with SANTA'S Special Appearance through the parade and at the Commons area following the parade.

Straight from the North Pole, see SANTA and his enchanting LIVE REINDEER make a dazzling appearance on display at the Commons Stage from 5-8 PM Sponsored by: STANDLEE

Visit First Federal Bank for free warm hot chocolate and cookies.

Enjoy Yummy Food Vendors: Mini DohNuts!, Big Foot Corn Dogs, & Creative Cravings at the Commons area (Hansen St. East & Main Ave. East). A Comer will be offering a variety of food with Mexican influence while some traditional and familiar some reinterpretation of traditional at the corner of Eden St. & Main Ave.

Reindeer Sponsors:

Join Us for the Annual Festival of Lights Event in Downtown Twin Falls Friday, December 4th!

The Times-News Amplified Digital Agency is thrilled to host our annual Festival of Lights event, a cherished family tradition in the heart of Twin Falls Presented by First Federal Bank. This festive celebration is a magical evening filled with sparkling lights and holiday cheer. The Largest Lights Parade in Southern Idaho with an average of 90-100 local businesses and organizations, featured a decorative float in the lights parade.

Event Highlights:

Support Local Downtown: Arrive early and enjoy holiday shopping from our local downtown businesses before the parade begins!

Parade Route:
The parade will travel down Main Avenue, starting at Dierkes Street and ending at Jerome Street.

Santa is coming to town!
Santa will make a grand appearance aboard First Federal Bank’s iconic truck, “RED,” magically transformed into Santa’s Sleigh for the parade. After his grand entrance, visit him in person at The Commons immediately following the parade—he’ll be there until 8:00 PM!

Santa’s Live Reindeer from the North Pole!
Santa brought a few of his favorite Reindeer to have on display with him at The Commons from 5- 8pm! Sponsored By: Standlee Be sure to stop by and get a photo before they fly off into the night.

Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony:
The parade will conclude with our local fire department truck transporting the city council members, conducting the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Commons, directly across from City Hall.

* Visit First Federal Bank Tent for yummy Hot Chocolate and treats offered to the public! *

Delicious Concessions: Get a bite to eat & drinks before or after the parade.

Creative Cravings, Mini DohNuts!, & Big Foot Corn Dogs will be at The Commons area (Hansen St. East & Main Ave. East).
A Comer will be serving at the corner of Eden St. and Main Ave.

We can’t wait to kick off the holiday season with our amazing local community at this festive event!

Are you a business or organization that would like to participate in the Festival of Lights Parade event?
Submit Parade Float Entries at: https://magicvalley.com/forms/f2026_festival_of_lights_parade/. Entry Deadline November 24th (or when full).

Interested in Sponsoring the Parade?
Sponsorships are a fantastic way to showcase your business while supporting a cherished community event. We offer a variety of sponsorship levels with excellent enhanced visibility and promotional perks! Email me directly to see how we can partner and provide you with more exposure before, during, and following the event.

Festival of Lights Parade sponsorships, float entry or general questions: please contact Debi Perkins at (208) 735-3208 or email Debi.perkins@magicvalley.com

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS PARADE 2026

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