Illustration of a holiday parade with a giant present float, a marching band and families waving (Stoughton Holiday Parade of Lights)

Stoughton Holiday Parade of Lights

Spectators can gather along the route extending from Pearl Street to Park Street to watch community floats travel through the town center. The illuminated parade stretches approximately 1.6 miles and features entries from local businesses and organizations. Floats are evaluated on workmanship, design, theme, and creativity as they compete for the event's top award.

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When

Tickets

Participant registration: $0.00 for residents and $0.00 for non-residents.

Hours

Participant check-in 4:00 PM; parade begins at 5:00P.

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Stoughton Town Center

Going?

Location

Stoughton Town Center · Stoughton, MA Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and fans of community parades

Vibe

Festive and community-focused

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Businesses and groups planning a float should register through Stoughton Recreation before registration closes on Thursday, December 10.
  • Parade entrants should arrive at O'Donnell Middle School on parade day to check in an hour before the parade steps off.
  • Float builders should focus on workmanship, design, theme and creativity, since judges score those four areas when awarding the Callanan Trophy.
  • Dress warmly for an evening outdoors, since the lighted parade covers about 1.6 miles from Pearl Street to Park Street.

Links & Contact

Run by Stoughton Recreation

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can my business or organization enter the parade?

Businesses and organizations register through Stoughton Recreation's online system. Registration is free for residents and non-residents and closes Thursday, December 10.

Where do parade participants check in?

Participants check in at O'Donnell Middle School on parade day, an hour before the parade begins.

How are the floats judged?

Floats are judged on workmanship, design, theme and creativity. The best overall float wins the Callanan Trophy.

How long is the parade route?

About 1.6 miles through Stoughton Town Center, from Pearl Street to Park Street.

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