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.
What to Expect
Community floats compete for the Callanan Trophy across a 1.6-mile route.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Stoughton Town Center
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Stoughton Recreation
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and fans of community parades
Vibe
Festive and community-focused
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Participant registration: $0.00 for residents and $0.00 for non-residents. – Get tickets
- Hours: Participant check-in 4:00 PM; parade begins at 5:00P.
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.
Quick Actions
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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