9News Parade of Lights – A Denver Tradition

This weekend the City of Denver will come to life for the 39th Annual 9News Parade of Lights, which is happening Friday, December 6, 2013 at 8 p.m. and Saturday, December 7, 2013 at 6 p.m. The famous parade will stretch through 2 miles of Downtown Denver and feature magnificent lighted floats and displays, as well as live performances, dancers, marching bands, special appearances by Santa and Major Waddles the Penguin, plus so much more.

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Thousands and thousands of people will take to the cold streets this weekend to experience this truly amazing free family friendly holiday spectacular.  Despite forecasts predicting the coldest temperatures in the history of the parade, event coordinators expect this parade to be one of the largest to date. The city of Denver is encouraging people to come downtown via the light rail or mall shuttle, and spread out along the 2 mile route between 15th and 17th, between Arapahoe and Tremont about 45 minutes before the start times. They would also like to remind people to wear their warmest jackets, gloves and hats, and to even bring thermoses of hot chocolate and blankets if they need it, because the show will go on rain, snow, or shine!

If you are interested in enjoying the parade with an up close and personal view, you can now buy Grandstand Seating in front of the City & County Building.  Go to: TicketHorse.com, call 1.866.461.6556 or visit any Dick’s Sporting Goods location to buy your tickets today!