Carson Valley’s brightest celebration of the holiday season will take to the streets during the Carson Valley’s 17th annual Parade of Lights on Dec. 1 beginning at 5pm.

Residents and visitors are encouraged to line Highway 395 between Gilman Avenue in Gardnerville and Minden Town Park to watch dozens of colorfully decorated floats.

The theme is Silver Bells of the Sierra. From bells on horse bridles to youth choirs ringing out holiday songs, the ways the theme will come to life is only limited by the imaginations of the float builders.

The parade route is altered this year, with floats staging on Gilman Avenue east of Main Street and entering Highway 395 at Gilman to make their way to Minden Town Park.

In addition to serving as the start of the parade,there will be holiday music in Heritage Park, heaters and fire pits. Immediately following the parade, Minden will provide fire pits and live entertainment along Esmeralda Avenue.

Grand marshal is retiring Douglas District Court Judge Dave Gamble.

For questions or information, call (775) 782.8144.