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Charles City’s 2020 Holiday Lighted Parade canceled

To The Press

A change of plans came for Charles City’s traditional holiday kick-off event, courtesy of COVID-19.

The Annual Holiday Lighted Parade planned for Dec. 4th, presented by Community Revitalization in downtown Charles City, has been cancelled in response to Gov. Kim Reynolds’ recent proclamation to slow the spread of the virus that causes COVID-19.

Outdoor gatherings of more than 30 people have been prohibited through at least Dec. 10.

Charles City businesses and non-profit organizations are being encouraged instead to participate in the December Nights & Dazzling Lights holiday driving tour organized by the Charles City Chamber of Commerce.

There is no cost to be a part of this holiday driving tour around town, which will run Dec. 4 to Dec. 31 and is intended simply to be fun and raise everyone’s spirits.

Any home, business or group is welcome to participate in the December Nights & Dazzling Lights. Just fill out the online registration form at form.jotform.com/203124805956052 by Dec. 1 and agree to be placed on a list of addresses and promoted as part of the driving tour.

Participants should have their location ready to view by Dec. 4.

The route list will be provided as a digital download and printed copies will be available at the Chamber office at 401 N. Main St. and additional locations to be announced.

Watch for additional details at charlescitychamber.com and on the Chamber Facebook page, Chuck Town: Charles City, Iowa.

Awards and bragging rights will go to the locations judged to have the best classic Christmas display, best single decoration, best decorated tree visible from the street, most original display and the most dazzling light display.

Additional categories of best commercial, best non-profit and best Main Street display will be added due to the parade cancellation.

No floats are required, just lighted displays. A panel of judges will determine the winning locations and the winners will receive a special sign to display in their yards or windows.

For more information, contact Joanna at (641) 228-2335 or at events@charlescitychamber.com.

 

Community Revitalization is Charles City’s Main Street Iowa program and is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization dedicated to enhancing downtown Charles City as part of a great place to live, work and play.

 

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