A light-hearted local tradition for 27 years!
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ABOVE: Parade floats and vehicles roll through Downtown Plaza in Fairmont adorned with lights and signs as parade goers look on to kick off the holiday season.
Santa, direct from the North Pole, will be arriving at the Fairmont Airport on the North Pole Express around 4:00 p.m., Friday, November 18th. Everyone is invited to meet and greet this special arrival. Remember to bring your camera.
Join us on Friday, November 18th for the Glows Parade along with pre and post-parade activities. The First Congregational Church, 319 Downtown Plaza, will be serving soup and hot sandwiches from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. and free hot coffee and cider curb side. The Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1200 North North Avenue, will be serving Chili and Oyster Stew from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Gran D’s Popcorn will be serving fresh popped popcorn on the corner of Downtown Plaza and 3rd Street. UHD Hospice, 99 Downtown Plaza, will be serving hot chocolate and treats from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Heaven’s Table will be collecting food shelf items during the parade, please bring a non-perishable food item to donate. After the parade, stop down to the Blazer Bar & Grill for music and fun.
The Glows Parade begins at 6:00 p.m. Come and see the wonderful floats, thousands of lights, and the appearance of Santa on the 27th anniversary of the Glows Parade.
We encourage anyone still interested in entering the Glows Parade to please do so. If you have any questions or would like to make a parade entry, please contact the Fairmont Area Chamber of Commerce at 507-235-5547. This is an event for all ages!