Parade of Lights & Craft Fair

Saturday, December 12, 2026
2026 Theme: To Be Announced


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 holiday gifts, treats, and seasonal finds, then bundle up and enjoy the Parade of Lights as it winds through Downtown Oroville with decorated vehicles, floats, and walking entries.


Craft Fair:
2:00 pm – End of Parade (approx. 8:00 pm)
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 2026 Parade of Lights will follow the same route used in 2025 through Historic Downtown Oroville. Please review the parade route carefully—especially if your entry includes large vehicles, trailers, or long floats.


2026 Parade Route:

  • Starts at Montgomery St. & Lincoln St.
  • Travels up Lincoln St.
  • Left on Robinson St.
  • Right on Huntoon St.
  • Left on High St.
  • Left on Myers St.
  • Right on Montgomery St. to finish


Important for Parade Entries with Large Vehicles:
This route includes multiple turns at Robinson St., Myers St., and Montgomery St. All entries must ensure their vehicle and float can safely navigate the full route. Entries that cannot safely complete the route may be denied participation for safety reasons.



Parade route map below.

Map of the 2026 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

Craft Fair vendor applications for the 2026 Parade of Lights & Craft Fair will open in Fall 2026.


Once applications open, this page will be updated weekly with a growing list of confirmed vendors.


Interested in becoming a vendor? Check back in the fall for application details.

Participating Parade Entries

Parade entry applications for the 2026 Parade of Lights will open in Fall 2026.


As entries are received, this page will be updated weekly with a list of participating organizations, businesses, and community groups.


We look forward to welcoming returning favorites and new entries to the parade later this year.

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 12, 2026
  • Start Time: 6:00 pm
  • Entry Fee:
  • $35 for floats up to 100 feet (nose to tail)
  • $5 per additional 20 feet over 100 feet


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

  • Application submission date
  • Entry type (vehicle, walking group, performance, etc.)
  • Safety considerations and parade flow

Specific placement requests cannot be guaranteed.


Register Online:
Full guidelines, fees, and rules are included in the online application.
Registration opens later in 2026.

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 12, 2026
  • Time: 2:00 pm – End of Parade
  • Location: Kingdom Community Church Parking Lot
  • Booth Size: 10 × 10 feet
  • Booth Fees: $55–$80 (based on location)


Booth Selection:
During registration, vendors choose from available spaces on the event map:

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

Additional space requires the purchase of adjacent 10 × 10 booths.


Vendor Guidelines:
All setup times, product requirements, and expectations are included in the online application.

Applications open later in 2026.

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 2025 Parade of Lights & Craft Fair was made possible through the generous support of our sponsors. Their commitment helped create a magical holiday experience for residents and visitors throughout Oroville.

We are grateful for their continued support of this beloved community tradition.


Interested in sponsoring the 2026 Parade of Lights & Craft Fair?
Sponsorship opportunities for 2026 are available. Please contact Director of Communications, Amber Miland, at amarron@orovillechamber.com for details.

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