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Parade of Lights shines in downtown Craig

A homey wintertime scene makes its way down Yampa Avenue as part of the Parade of Lights Saturday, Nov. 30.
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The 2024 Parade of Lights featured a plethora of bright lighting displays on floats and people alike Saturday in downtown Craig.

The annual kickoff to the holiday season, hosted by Downtown Business Association, awarded prizes to the top entrants who best captured the flair of Christmas.

Winning Best Lights was Anson Excavating, while Best Sound went to Hatten Enterprises.



Connections 4 Kids won first place for its float, with second place going to Colorado Department of Transportation and third to Northwest Colorado Chapter of Parrotheads.

Colorado Northwestern Community College’s entry in the Parade of Lights makes its way down Yampa Avenue Saturday.
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Northwestern Colorado Chapter of Parrotheads’ entry in the Parade of Lights won third place in the event Saturday.
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A highway-themed entry in the Parade of Lights heads along Yampa Avenue Saturday.
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Fire trucks with Craig Fire/Rescue are part of the Parade of Lights Saturday.
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The Grinch makes an appearance as part of the Parade of Lights.
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