Beginning at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, November 25th, dazzling lighted holiday floats and music will flood historic Phillips Avenue from 14th Street to 5th Street. The 25th Annual Parade of Lights presented by CenturyLink is the official start to the downtown holiday season!
For parking, consider trying a ramp for FREE after 5pm.
There will be awards for floats in the following categories:
CenturyLink Best Use of Lights – This award is given to the float that shows the most ingenuity and engineering in light usage and special effects for visual appeal.
Vance Thompson Vision Best Workmanship – This award is given to the float that displays outstanding craftsmanship, neatness, attention to detail, overall design and usage of color and materials.
Spirit of Sioux Falls – This award is for the float exhibiting the most public appeal and charm, most creatively pleasing the crowd.
Mayor’s Choice – This award is given to the personal favorite of Sioux Falls Mayor Mike Huether.
Downtown Sioux Falls Award – This award is given to the favorite of the DTSF board.
Persons requiring special accommodation for participation in this event should call 605-338-4009 during regular business hours at least 48 hours prior to the event. Special needs will be accommodated whenever reasonably possible.
