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Springfield Holiday Tree Lighting & Lantern Parade
Saturday, November 28, 2025
Sesquicentennial Park (1527 N Main St)
SPAR and Jacksonville Magazine are excited to bring you the annual Springfield Holiday Tree Lighting & Lantern Parade! Join us for a festive evening filled with holiday cheer, music, food, and community fun.
Schedule:
- 5:00 PM: The festivities begin! Enjoy live music while exploring local vendors and food trucks. Lantern pickup also starts, so grab yours to light up the night!
- 6:30 PM: As the band wraps up, the lantern parade will commence, lighting up the streets of Springfield.
- 7:00 PM: Parade-goers will return to the park for the grand lighting of the holiday tree. Have your photo taken with Santa, then get cozy for a special outdoor screening of Miracle on 34th Street under the stars.
- 8:30 PM: Event concludes.
This event is free to attend, but you can purchase your lantern packages ahead of time here, on 904TIX. Don’t miss this wonderful holiday tradition filled with lights, music, and holiday spirit!
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