Norco Christmas Festival & Parade of Lights
Guests can explore a festival featuring entertainment, food, and craft vendors, as well as a gingerbread build competition. Festivities also feature a lighted holiday parade traveling down Sixth Street.
What to Expect
Horsetown USA celebration with entertainment, vendors, and an evening lighted parade.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
City of Norco
Food & Drink
Food is available from festival food vendors.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children
Vibe
Festive and community-focused
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Christmas Festival admission is free and includes entertainment and food and craft vendors; the Parade of Lights is free. Activity Wristband cost is TBD; wristbands are required for anyone participating in an activity, including parents accompanying young children. Prices for Activity Wristbands do not include processing fees. – Get tickets
- Hours: Christmas Festival: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.; Parade of Lights: 5 p.m.
- Parking: General parking is at Gate A on Crestview Drive; accessible parking is at Pikes Peak Park on Sixth Street. Follow directional signage.
- Accessibility: Accessible parking is located at Pikes Peak Park on Sixth Street, and accommodation requests can be submitted to the City of Norco at least 48 hours in advance.
Tips & Advice
- Book Breakfast with Santa online early, because tickets are limited, may sell out and are not sold at the door.
- Get an Activity Wristband for everyone joining in, including parents going with young children, since wristbands are required for every activity participant.
- Expect Sixth Street to be closed to cars, and head for the general parking at Gate A on Crestview Drive.
- If anyone in your group needs an accommodation, contact the City of Norco at least 48 hours before the event so arrangements can be made.
- Stay into the evening for the free Parade of Lights, which travels down Sixth Street from Corona Avenue to Ingalls Event Center.
Special Events & Promotions
- Breakfast with Santa: separate tickets for 60-minute slots that include breakfast, crafts and selfies with Santa. Sold online only.
- Gingerbread Build session during the festival in the afternoon.
- Free Parade of Lights down Sixth Street from Corona Avenue to Ingalls Event Center in the evening.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What's at the Christmas Festival?
The festival has entertainment plus food and craft vendors, and admission is free. The day also includes a Gingerbread Build, Breakfast with Santa, and the free Parade of Lights down Sixth Street in the evening.
Where should I park?
General parking is at Gate A on Crestview Drive. Accessible parking is at Pikes Peak Park on Sixth Street. Follow the directional signs.
Do I need a wristband for the activities?
Yes. Everyone who takes part in an activity needs an Activity Wristband, including parents who go with young children. Wristbands are sold online and at the gate.
How does Breakfast with Santa work?
It's ticketed separately and includes breakfast, crafts and selfies with Santa. You book a 60-minute time slot online, and tickets are good only for that slot. Tickets aren't sold at the door and may sell out.
Will roads be closed?
Yes. Sixth Street between Crestview Drive and Pikes Peak Drive is closed to cars most of the day so festival visitors can walk there. Parts of Sixth Street and the Vandermolen Drive intersection at Crestview close for the parade.
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