Applications now available on HendersonLive.com
The City of Henderson will feature a new evening light parade, the first of its kind for the community, as part of WinterFest – An Old Fashioned Christmas Delight, Saturday, December 10 at 5 p.m. in the historic Water Street District. Admission to participate is complimentary.
“WinterFest has quickly become a favorite holiday tradition amongst our residents,” said Mark Calhoun, Henderson City Manager. “The treasured event is the perfect setting for the debut of the first Henderson nighttime parade. We hope families join us for WinterFest as we celebrate the holiday season with old fashioned traditions and embrace new ones.”
All entries are required to be illuminated in lights and reflect the entire WinterFest theme, An Old Fashioned Christmas Delight. Each will be judged in three categories, incorporation of lights, creativity and overall appeal. Cash prizes will be awarded to floats for 1st ($1,000), 2nd ($750) and 3rd place ($500), courtesy of several community partners.
In addition, this year’s WinterFest Evening Light Parade will feature a unique performance showcase during the procession. Marching groups, from school bands to drill teams, cheer squads and dance troupes, will have several opportunities to perform a short routine for fans, three different times, along the parade route. Space is limited and is on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Persons or groups interested in participating in the new WinterFest Evening Light Parade can obtain a parade application on HendersonLive.com. Registration deadline is Wednesday, November 16.
WinterFest – An Old Fashioned Christmas Delight is a two-day celebration filled with a winter wonderland of holiday splendor. This year’s event, taking place Friday, December 9 from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. and Saturday, December 10 from 12 p.m. – 8 p.m., will take guests back in time with a charming streetscape from a traditional Christmas novel, complete with horse-drawn carriage rides, strolling carolers, visits with Santa, tree lighting, craft fair, storytelling, gingerbread house displays and more.
Residents have a variety of other wonderful opportunities to get involved in WinterFest. Some other traditional holiday activities include the Festival of Trees, a display of beautiful Christmas trees, adorned with decorations and ornaments representing a mixture of world cultures, as well as a delicious exhibit of gingerbread houses, all of which come with cash prizes for the winners.
For more information, visit HendersonLive.com or call the City of Henderson Cultural Arts & Tourism Department at (702) 267-2171. Find us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.
The City of Henderson supports the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Advanced notice may be necessary to ensure that appropriate accommodations will be provided. For full telephone, use Relay Nevada by dialing 7-1-1.
About the City of Henderson Department of Cultural Arts & Tourism
The City of Henderson Department of Cultural Arts and Tourism is dedicated to creating and promoting innovative events, entertainment, programming and venues that celebrate diverse cultural arts, enhance tourism, involve and serve the community and enrich the economic and cultural fabric of Henderson.
The Henderson Pavilion, Henderson Convention Center and Henderson Events Plaza are all managed by the Department of Cultural Arts and Tourism.
For additional information on our programs and entertainment, please contact us directly at (702) 267-2171. Our office hours are Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.