Parade of Lights & Craft Fair

Saturday, December 13, 2025

Theme: Christmas at the Movies


Kick off the holiday season in Historic Downtown Oroville with the Parade of Lights & Craft Fair—an evening filled with twinkling lights, local shopping, and hometown cheer.

Stroll through the Craft Fair at Kingdom Community Church  for last-minute holiday gifts, then bundle up and enjoy the Parade of Lights  as it winds through Downtown with decorated vehicles, floats, and walking entries.


Craft Fair:  2:00 pm – End of Parade (approx. 8:00 pm)

Location: Kingdom Community Church Parking Lot, 1235 Lincoln St.


Parade of Lights:  6:00 pm – approx. 8:00 pm


Bring your family and friends for an evening of lights, music, and small-town holiday magic in Downtown Oroville.

Parade Route & Event Map

The Parade of Lights route has changed for 2025. Please review the updated route carefully—especially if your entry includes large vehicles, trailers, or long floats.


2025 Parade Route:

Starts at Montgomery St. & Lincoln St.

Travels up Lincoln St.

Left on Robinson St.

Left on Myers St.

Right on Montgomery St. to finish


Important for Parade Entries with Large Vehicles:
The new route includes turns at Robinson St., Myers St., and Montgomery St. Please ensure your vehicle and float are able to safely navigate these turns. Entries that cannot safely complete the route may be denied participation for safety reasons.

Map of the 2025 Parade of Lights & Craft Fair route in Downtown Oroville. The parade staging area begins on Arlin Rhine Memorial Drive, with the parade starting near Montgomery and Huntoon Streets. The route travels south on Huntoon, west on Bird Street, north on Myers Street, and west on Montgomery Street before ending near the Oroville Convention Center. Blue circles on the map indicate street barricades. Gray star icons mark portable toilet locations. Labels show float check-in at Montgomery and Oliver Streets, the marching band lineup area, and the parade start and announcements location.

Participating Craft Fair Vendors (Updated Weekly)

Below is the growing list of vendors who will be part of this year’s Parade of Lights Craft Fair.
This list is updated weekly as registrations are received.


Vendor List:

Adrian Decker - Dave's Dam Dogs - E.C. Creations - Exodus Travel Ministries - Hernandez Toys - Kingdom Community Church - Sanchez Jewelry - Scott Douglass Enterprise - Sparkle Bright Face Painting - Strikeback Protection Products - Sunshine Jewelry -  Tacos Los Serranos - Tinoco's Tacos


Vendor booth locations are assigned through the online application system. Vendors choose their preferred space at the time of registration. Final booth placement may be adjusted for safety, spacing, or event layout needs.
Vendor list does not indicate booth number or location. Booth assignments are provided directly to vendors prior to the event.

Participating Parade Entries (Updated Weekly)

Thank you to the organizations, businesses, and community groups joining this year’s Parade of Lights!
This list will continue to grow as entries are submitted.


Parade Entry List:

American Legion Riders Chapter 95  - Ampla Health - Bangor 4H - BCM - Brad Hammersley -  Butte County Fire - Butte County Volunteer Fire Company 67, Cherokee - Central/Ishi Middle Schools Marching Band - Christian Faith Center - Erin Lackey Photography - Feather Falls Casino, Lodge & Brewery - Feather River Adventist School - Feather River Elite Gymnastics - Girl Scout Troop 70501 - H.O.L.A. - Indie Rose & Co. - Jordan Crossing - Kingdom Community Church - Lake Oroville Little League - Las Plumas FFA - Liberty Tax Service - LPO Alliance Band - Lunatic Fringe Boutique - Mainsl - Monkeyskinz  - Neil Roth - Nelson Avenue Middle School Band - New Hope Missionary Baptist Church - - Nor Cal SXS - North State Floor Covering - Oro Dam Cruisers - Oroville Christian School - Oroville Rhinos - Oroville Veterans Memorial Park Committee - Pacific Coast Producers - Palermo 4-H - Palermo Band - Parkway Real Estate Co. - Recology Butte Colusa Counties - Soria Landscape - Spanglers Sound - St. Thomas the Apostle School - STREAM Charter School - STREAM Charter School Marching Band - Strive Dance and Performing Arts - Tamaira Henderson - The Americans MC - The CubHouse - The Fresh Rinse Coin Laundry - The Salvation Army - Trinity Presbyterian Church - USDA Forest Service - Wendy Park


Parade lineup order is not posted publicly. Order of entries is determined by application date, safety requirements, vehicle length, and overall parade flow. Final lineup placement is provided directly to participants before the event.
Floats are encouraged, but not required, to follow the event theme. Some entries may choose to represent their organization without a themed display.
Entries with large vehicles or trailers must ensure their float can safely navigate the route—particularly the turns at Robinson St., Myers St., and Montgomery St.

Participate in the Parade of Lights & Craft Fair

Parade Entries

Show off your holiday spirit with a lighted float, decorated vehicle, walking group, or community performance!


Key Details:

  • Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
  • Start Time: 6:00 pm (line-up instructions provided after registration)
  • Entry Fee:
  • $35 for floats up to 100 feet in total length (nose to tail)
  • $5 per additional 20 feet for floats exceeding 100 feet


Parade Line-Up Placement:
 Parade order is determined by:

  • The date we receive your completed application
  • Your entry type (vehicle, walking group, performance group, etc.)
  • Overall safety and flow of the parade

While we do our best to accommodate preferences, specific placement cannot be guaranteed.


Important for Large Vehicles & Trailers:
 The 2025 route includes tight turns at Robinson St., Myers St., and Montgomery St. All entries must ensure their vehicle and float can safely navigate the full route.


Register Online:
 Full guidelines, fees, and rules are included in the application.

Sign Up For The Parade of Lights

Craft Fair Vendors

Join the Craft Fair at Kingdom Community Church and connect with hundreds of shoppers searching for holiday gifts, treats, and décor.


Key Details:

  • Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
  • Time: 2:00 pm – End of Parade (approx. 8:00 pm)
  • Location: Kingdom Community Church Parking Lot, 1235 Lincoln St.
  • Booth Size: 10 × 10 feet
  • Booth Fees: $55–$80, depending on booth location


Booth Selection:
When you register online, you will be able to choose your booth location from the event map:

  • Green spaces: Retail, craft, and informational booths
  • Red spaces: Food booth spaces

If you require more space, you must purchase additional adjacent 10 × 10 spaces.


Vendor Guidelines:
Full requirements—including setup times, product rules, and booth expectations—are included in the online application.

Apply For A Craft Fair Booth

Craft Fair Booth Map

Map of the 2025 Parade of Lights Craft Fair vendor layout at Kingdom Community Church. Green squares indicate craft, retail, and informational vendor booths; red squares indicate food vendor booths. Booth rows labeled K1 through K29 are arranged around the church parking lot with sidewalks on Lincoln Street and Montgomery Street. Craft booths line the interior rows and the front sidewalk along Montgomery Street, while food booths line the left side near Lincoln Street. Surrounding buildings include Cultivate Power Fighting Arts on the left and Well Worn, Kusel’s Big Store, and Mary Lake Thompson on the right.

Lodging Guide

Make the most of your Parade of Lights & Craft Fair weekend with a comfortable stay in Oroville or the surrounding Butte County area. Whether you’re looking for hotels, motels, campgrounds, or unique local stays, there are plenty of options nearby.


Stay Local & Support Businesses
Browse the Oroville Chamber Business Directory to discover local lodging options and other businesses that make Oroville special.


Stay and Shop in the Heart of Downtown
Looking for a walkable stay just steps away from the festivities? Explore Downtown Oroville Places for lodging and other local favorites, including unique historic stays right in the district.


Explore the Region
For a full list of accommodations across Butte County—including hotels, vacation rentals, and campgrounds—visit Explore Butte County’s Stay Guide.


Plan ahead—lodging fills up quickly during Parade of Lights weekend!

Dining Guide

From festival flavors to local restaurants, Oroville has something for every appetite during the Parade of Lights & Craft Fair.


Dine at the Event
Enjoy food and treats from Craft Fair vendors and nearby eateries within walking distance of the parade route.


Support Local Businesses
Browse the Oroville Chamber Business Directory to find Chamber-member restaurants, cafés, and food services.


Eat in the Heart of Downtown
Many Downtown Oroville restaurants are just steps from the Craft Fair and parade route. Explore everything from casual bites to locally owned favorites before or after the parade.


Explore the Region
If you’re exploring more of the region, Explore Butte County’s Taste Guide features dining options throughout the county, including breweries, wineries, and farm-to-table favorites.

Thank You 2025 Sponsors!

The Parade of Lights & Craft Fair is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors. Your commitment helps create a magical holiday experience for residents and visitors throughout Oroville.



Interested in sponsoring this year’s event?
Become part of the tradition! Our 2025 Sponsorship Application outlines levels and benefits for businesses and organizations who want to support the Parade of Lights & Craft Fair.

View 2025 Sponsorship Application

Radiant Lights Sponsor

California Water Service logo featuring a yellow circle with a blue center, a silhouette of the state of California, and the words ‘California Water Service’ written around the outer ring.

Twinkling Bells Sponsors

Parkway Real Estate

Recology Butte Colusa Counties

Department of Water Resources

Holiday Helper Sponsors

Explore Butte County

Kingdom Community Church

Questions or Need Assistance?

For questions about Parade entries, Craft Fair vendors, or sponsorship opportunities, please contact:

Amber Miland
Director of Communications
 amarron@orovillechamber.com