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City of Longmont, Colorado: Showcase your Organization in the Dec. 9 Holiday Parade of Lights

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Showcase your Organization in the Dec. 9 Holiday Parade of Lights

November 27 is the Parade of Lights Float Registration Deadline

Monday, November 27 is the deadline to submit float applications for the annual Parade of Lights down Longmont's Main Street on December 9. This year's theme is March of the Toys.

All parade entries are eligible for prizes!  A panel of judges will make their selection

before the parade begins. Each winning entry will be awarded a banner to proudly display along the route.  The categories are:

  • Grand Marshal's Award - Best Entry:  $250 prize
  • Pioneer Award - Best Historical or Cultural Theme: $100 prize
  • Holiday Spirit Award - Best Use of Lights: $100 prize
  • Harmony Award - Best Musical Group: $100 prize
  • Bright Horizon Award - Best Youth Group: $100 prize

Judging Criteria is based on the following elements:

  • General Effect in Presentation: The overall effective presentation of the float. Beauty and creativity.
  • Workmanship: Craftsmanship in float creation.  Design details including use of colors and materials.
  • Parade Theme:  The creativity in the use of lights.

Turn in completed parade applications at the St Vrain Memorial Building, 700 Longs Peak Ave, Longmont, CO 80501.

Full details are listed on the Longmont Lights Parade Float Application.  Call 303-774-4757 with questions.  Visit the Longmont Lights website for a complete schedule of free family holiday activities December 8 & 9 in Roosevelt Park.

This is a news release from the City of Longmont and is published by the Longmont Observer as a public service.