Holiday Lights Parade in Downtown Springfield
Sat, Dec 06 , 2025 • 5:30pm - 7:00pm
1 Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701
Enjoy all the fun of the Springfield Jaycees Holiday Lights Parade in downtown Springfield on Saturday December 6th.
The Springfield Jaycees Christmas Parade is a tradition going back 70+ years. Watch this lighted Christmas parade wind around the heart of downtown. The route will follow west on Jefferson starting at 7th, turn south on 5th, east on Monroe, north on 6th and ends at 6th and Washington. Don't miss all the fun!
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President Abraham Lincoln Springfield - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
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All of the beautiful guest rooms and suites at this hotel in Springfield, IL, feature modern amenities and thoughtful touches including a flat-screen TV, premium bedding,…
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State House Inn - Trademark Collection by Wyndham
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Located in downtown Springfield, the State House Inn is right across the street from the Illinois State Capitol complex.
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Mansion View Inn & Suites - Springfield
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