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Lights of December Parade

Lights of December Parade 12/13/2025

Watch the video: Columbine at the Parade of Lights

Join Us for Boulder’s Beloved Holiday Tradition!

Every year, Columbine Elementary participates in Boulder’s spectacular Lights of December Parade, and we’d love for your family to be part of this magical evening! Our students help decorate the float and walk alongside it as we light up Pearl Street with holiday cheer.

Important Information

Float Participation:

  • Space on the float is limited and reserved exclusively for Columbine Elementary students
  • Students help decorate the float before the parade
  • Adult volunteers walk alongside the float to supervise students

What to Bring:

  • Warm winter clothing and coats
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Gloves, hats, and scarves
  • Flashlights or glow sticks (optional but fun!)

Parking:

  • Free parking is available in Boulder city parking lots at:
    • 15th and Pearl
    • 14th and Walnut (bus station)
  • Important: Pay close attention to “No Parking” signs along and around the parade route
  • The city will tow vehicles parked in the parade route

For more information on the event see Boulder’s website or contact us at columbineptaboulder@gmail.com.

Night parade on Pearl Street: a red fire truck covered in holiday lights, crowds of families, and a purple Columbine banner in front (942x247 banner crop)2014 Lights of December Parade participant staging and route map