Illustration of Santa reading a storybook to children sitting on cushions beside a decorated tree (Winterfest Light Parade)

Winterfest Light Parade

Spectators can watch winter-themed floats decorated with dazzling lights and Christmas trees while listening to festive holiday music. Families can take pictures with Santa Claus and children can participate in holiday crafts and activities. Local vendors are also on hand offering hot chocolate and seasonal treats.

Map It Details Official site

Advertisement

Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

Free admission.

Hours

Activities kick off at 4pm; the parade starts at 6pm.

Ages

All ages

Food & Drink

Local vendors offer hot chocolate and seasonal treats.

Going?

Location

Norwich, CT 06360 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and family-friendly

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Bundle up for an evening outdoors and bring family and friends to watch the winter-themed floats, twinkling lights and festive music go by.
  • Come when the activities kick off ahead of the parade so the kids have time for holiday crafts and pictures with Santa Claus.
  • Save room for hot chocolate and seasonal treats from the local vendors who set up for the evening of the parade.
  • Groups that want to be in the parade can register online, and businesses can apply to be vendors from the same Winterfest page.

Links & Contact

Run by Norwich Events Organization

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is there to do besides the parade?

There are pictures with Santa Claus, holiday crafts and activities for kids, and Christmas trees and decorations to see before the winter-themed floats roll by.

Is there food and drink?

Yes. Local vendors sell hot chocolate and seasonal treats.

Is it good for kids?

Yes. It's an evening for families and friends, with holiday crafts, activities for kids and pictures with Santa.

How can my group or business take part?

Groups can register to be in the parade, and businesses can sign up as vendors from the Winterfest page.

Can I volunteer?

Yes. The Norwich Events Organization is a volunteer committee and depends on volunteers for its events. Email the group to volunteer yourself or your family.

Browse Christmas in Norwich

Always check the official website for the most current information.

We've done our best to keep details up-to-date, but event schedules, prices, and policies can change. For the latest updates, please visit the official website or contact the organizers directly. Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide and isn't affiliated with the events we list.

Contributors & Updates

Event details verified: