Orion Area Lighted Christmas Parade
Crowds gather along downtown streets to watch dozens of brightly illuminated floats, marching bands, civic groups, and local performers light up the night. The procession culminates with an appearance by Santa Claus ushering in the holiday season. After the parade, families can stop by the Santa Tent to meet Santa, enjoy cookies and hot chocolate, and receive a small gift.
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When
Hours
6 pm.
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Lake Orion
Food & Drink
The Santa Tent offers cookies and hot chocolate after the parade.
Parking
Parking is not allowed at Blanche Sims School for non-participating vehicles; others can park anywhere in the Village of Lake Orion, with shuttle pickup locations.
Accessibility
A marked Quiet Zone where drivers refrain from sounding horns and sirens is located along Flint Street between Sparks-Griffin Funeral Home and the United Methodist Church.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Dress warmly for this outdoor evening parade, and choose a viewing spot along the roughly one-mile route before the procession begins.
- Do not park at Blanche Sims School; use Village of Lake Orion parking and shuttle pickup at Jackson and Florence or Shadbolt and Florence.
- After the parade, visit the Santa Tent across from Fork and Pint at Shadbolt and Broadway for a free photo and refreshments.
- For a quieter viewing area, use the marked Flint Street Quiet Zone between Sparks-Griffin Funeral Home and the United Methodist Church.
- Do not expect candy or other giveaways along the route; participants are prohibited from handing or throwing items into the crowd.
Special Events & Promotions
- Free photo with Santa at the Santa Tent after the parade.
- A Quiet Zone is marked along the parade route.
- The parade is using a new registration system this year.
- Santa appears at the parade on December 5.
Links & Contact
Run by Orion Area Parade Group
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can children do after the parade?
They can visit Santa at the Santa Tent, take a free picture, enjoy cookies and hot chocolate, and receive a gift.
How long should I allow for the parade?
The route is approximately one mile and takes about an hour to complete.
Is there a quieter place along the route?
Yes. A marked Quiet Zone is between Sparks-Griffin Funeral Home and the United Methodist Church on Flint Street, where drivers are asked to avoid loud noises.
Where can visitors park, and are shuttles available?
Visitors can park in the Village of Lake Orion, but not at Blanche Sims School. Shuttle pick-ups are at Jackson and Florence and Shadbolt and Florence.
Can parade participants hand out items to the crowd?
No. Participants may not hand out or throw items into the crowd, and parade entries must be registered in advance.
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