7th Annual "Christmas at Collins House" and "Light Up Parade" Event

Saturday, December 7th, 2024
4:00pm-8:00pm

The event will include an evening holiday light-up parade through Uptown Collinsville and end with festivities at the Historical Collins House. The festivities will include food and drink specials at participating Uptown restaurants, a Window Display Contest, a tree lighting ceremony, a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus, bonfires and s'mores, and various family friendly activities.

 Check out the fun activities for the 2024 Light Up Parade:

Registration is now open!
7th Annual Collinsville Light-Up Parade

Light up Parade Application 

Parade application must be submitted by Sunday, November 25th, 2024.
Business Participation must be submitted by November 20th, 2024

2024 Parade Theme: Christmas Stories
Floats display a favorite holiday movie or story

Want to participate in another way? We need your help!

Whether you would like to volunteer to help our event run smoothly or you would like to become a sponsor, join us in this festive community event! 

The Light Up Parade will take place on Clay and Main Streets in uptown Collinsville with festivities ending at the historical D.D. Collins House. Festivities include a tree lighting ceremony, a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus, bonfires and s'mores, and various family friendly activities! Parade Contest Winners will be announced and awarded during this time.