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2024 Festival of Lights Parade (Niles)

Friday, November 29, 2024 - 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Niles | Niles Blvd, Niles, CA
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Niles Festival of Lights Parade

The Christmas season kicks off in Niles with the annual Festival of Lights Parade, always on the Friday after Thanksgiving.

The Niles Festival of Lights and Parade for many Fremont residents signals the start of the holiday season. This wonderful holiday tradition typically features over 60 unique floats and other entries, marching bands, specialty service units, costumed characters and of course, an appearance by the man himself – Santa Claus.

2024 Niles Festival of Lights Parade
Friday, November 29, 2024 | 6 pm
– Tree Lighting typically starts at 6 pm
– Parade Kickoff typically starts at 6:30 pm
Niles Boulevard
FREE

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, East Bay, Fairs & Festivals, In Person, Kids & Families, Live Music, Tree + Holiday Lightings, Weekend Events Guide - November 23-26, 2023
Venue: Niles
Address: Niles Blvd, Niles, CA

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