Festival of Lights Parade
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Festival of Lights Parade

Saturday, December 5, 2026
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM EST
Downtown BangorMain Street, Bangor, ME
Free
Last updated October 23, 2026 · 10:10 AM
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Festival of Lights Parade
SeasonalRepeats Annually

Festival of Lights Parade

When
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Where
Downtown Bangor
Main Street, Bangor, ME
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Cost
Free
Last updated
October 23, 2026 · 10:10 AM

26th Annual Festival of Lights Parade, staged by the Rotary Club of Bangor. Theme: 'Create Lasting Impact.' A spectacular nighttime parade of roughly 80 illuminated units — marching bands, floats, dancers, and performing groups — celebrating the many ways winter is enjoyed in Maine, with entries representing Christmas, Hanukkah, Ramadan, New Year's, Solstice, Kwanzaa, or any winter theme, capped by Santa's arrival. Weather date is Dec 6 if needed. Registration deadline for entries is Nov 22 at 5pm.