Downtown Parade of Lights

The Athens-Clarke County Unified Government and Athens Downtown Development Authority are proud to present the Downtown Parade of Lights. 

The 2025 Downtown Parade will take place Thursday, December 4 starting at 7:00 p.m.   

The parade theme is "Cooking up a Great Holiday!"

The ACC Downtown Parade of Lights is a “rain or shine” event. If safety becomes an issue for participants and spectators due to severe weather, the parade may be cancelled by the event organizer.  

Take a moment and review the list of 2025 Parade Award Winners.

Parade

2026 Downtown Parade of Lights Application and Guidelines 

Please check back in October 2026 for application and guidelines.

For more information, please call 706-613-3800 or email paradeoflights@accgov.com

2026 Downtown Parade of Lights Parade Marshal

Check back in October 2026 for details. 

Downtown Parking Options

Plan ahead!  Learn more about downtown parking options.

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