24th Annual James River Parade of Lights

When:
December 10, 2016 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm America/New York Timezone
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Where:
Various locations
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Kimberly Conley

Mark your calendars for the 24th celebration of the James River Parade of Lights. Each year, boaters decorate their vessels and converge on the James River for a boat parade marking the festive holiday season. Boaters must register their boats to participate in the parade.

6-9 p.m.
Free. 804-717-6688

Parking is first come, first served.

Viewing Sites

Richmond:  Libby Hill Park
Corner of 28th and East Franklin streets
Entertainment begins at 4:30 p.m. Countdown to boat illumination at 6 p.m.
Free hamburgers and hot dogs, hot chocolate and apple cider. Fire pit and music.

Henrico County:  Osborne Park and Boat Landing
9530 Osborne Turnpike
Entertainment begins at 4 p.m. Parade viewing 7-7:30 p.m.
Santa, Magician and Juggler Jonathan Austin, bonfire, food concession and music.
The Toy Parade sponsored by the Battlefield Ruritans precedes the boat parade and begins at 3 pm. The Toy Parade begins at River Bend Road, off Osborne, and will end at Osborne Park.

Chesterfield County:  Henricus Historical Park
Entertainment begins at 6 p.m. Parade viewing 7:45-8 p.m.
Park at Thomas Dale High School, 3626 W. Hundred Road, Chester. FREE shuttle transportation 5-7 p.m.
Santa, face-painting, balloon animals, fire pit, food concession and band.

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