Lighted Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting

City of Washougal kicks off the holiday season with the Lighted Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting on Thursday, December 1, 2022! 

During and after the parade, the City is serving complimentary cookies and hot cocoa. Entertainment will include performances from the Washougal High School band and choir. Santa Claus is always the very special guest and will bring up the end of the parade. He will be passing out candy canes and will be available for photos with kids of all ages.

Schedule

• 5-6pm - Selfies with Santa (bring your own camera)
• 6pm - Parade begins
• 6:45pm - Tree lighting ceremony in Reflection Plaza & festivities

Event Livestream

For those unable to attend, the event will be livestreamed on the City’s Facebook page (https://facebook.com/WashougalGov).

Participate in the Parade

The City is accepting applications from local businesses, organizations, and community groups to participate in the parade. Entry is free and all floats or groups must be lighted in some fashion. Awards will be given for Best Use of Lights, Best Use of Music and Santa’s Choice.  Parade entries understand that throwing candy, toys, or anything from a vehicle is strictly prohibited.  Large entries will need to provide spotters to walk along the wheels / axils.  

Entry categories:

• Float (pickup truck, flatbed)
• Band
• Drill team
• Automobile (single vehicle or car clubs)
• Walkers
• Equestrian

Applications are due by Monday, November 28 at noon and can be found at City Hall and online at http://www.cityofwashougal.us/ParadeApplication.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

Waste Connections and Washougal Coffee Company

QUESTIONS

Contact Rose Jewell, Community Engagement Manager
rose.jewell@cityofwashougal.us
360.835.8501 ext. 101