Berthoud Annual
Parade of Lights & Tree Lighting Ceremony
Celebrate the Season's Sparkle and Joy
Saturday, December 6th, 2025 at 5pm
Family Fun in Downtown Berthoud
Create a memorable family tradition in Downtown Berthoud on the first weekend in December. Discover one-of-a-kind treasures in Berthoud’s delightful shops and restaurants.
Arrive Early & Explore Downtown Berthoud
Sip, Savor, and Celebrate Local Flavors
Shop Small, Shop Special:
Find Hidden Gems in Berthoud's Downtown Stores
Free Parking
Immerse yourself in the charm of Berthoud’s historic downtown while enjoying our Annual Lighted Christmas Parade.
Sat., Dec. 6
Parade Event Timeline
4:30 PM
Parade Line Up
The parade line up is on Second Street.
5:00 PM
Parade Start
The parade will travel along Mountain Ave. in downtown Berthoud, commencing at Second Street and concluding at Eighth Street.
5:45 PM
caroling & tree lighting ceremony
Enjoy Christmas carols sung by the Berthoud High School show choir, hot cocoa from the Berthoud Historical Society, and experience the magic of the season with the tree lighting ceremony.
6:00 PM
explore downtown
Warm up after the outdoor festivities and enjoy holiday specials inside downtown shops and restaurants.
Parade Route
The parade will begin on 2nd Street and follow Mountain Ave. through downtown Berthoud to 8th Street.
Enter Your Float
Parade Float Application
Join the Parade of Lights magic! Complete the parade float application now to showcase your creativity and spread holiday cheer with your own dazzling float. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this year’s enchanting procession.
Please contact Kristina Portillo (970-646-3119) with any questions.