Parade of Lights
Celebrate the season in Bigfork, Montana’s Christmas Village, at the annual Bigfork Parade of Lights! This year’s theme, “Christmas Cheer Starts Here,” celebrates the holiday spirit in conjunction with the Bigfork Playhouse Children’s Theatre’s production of Elf.
Come early to explore downtown Bigfork, shop locally, enjoy a warm drink, and admire the beautifully decorated storefronts created by the Bigfork Elves. Shops will be open late before the parade begins at 6pm.
Bigfork Parade of Lights Details
The parade begins at 6pm on Saturday, December 5. Downtown roads will close at 5:30pm, so plan to arrive early.
Following the parade, Santa will be available for photos at River Street and Electric Avenue, next to the Bigfork Art & Cultural Center, until 8pm. The annual holiday performance of A Touch of Christmas begins at the Bigfork Center for the Performing Arts at 7:30pm.
Enter a Float in the Parade
Businesses, organizations, families, and community groups are invited to join the celebration!
Register your parade float here.
Parade Rules and Lineup
- Lineup: Begins at 5pm in the school bus parking area on Grand Avenue. Lineup is first-come, first-served; placeholders are not permitted.
- Community event: The parade is nonpartisan. Organizers reserve the right to remove political or offensive entries.
- Treats: Items may not be thrown from floats. Walkers may hand out goodies or gently toss them toward spectators’ feet.
- Confetti: Not permitted. Floats violating this rule are responsible for cleanup.
- Animals: Animals and livestock are welcome at the end of the parade. Cleanup walkers are required.
- Santa: Please do not include a Santa on your float. The parade concludes with the official Santa Claus.
Bundle up and celebrate the holidays in the heart of Bigfork!