The holidays are just around the corner and many people are already putting up their decorations. Beautiful, glittering lights will be all over North Dakota soon – but none quite as dazzling as this special event. Later this month, there will be an absolutely gorgeous display of lights along with fun, holiday-themed activities for all ages that you can attend for free – and you don’t want to miss it. Here’s what you should know:
In downtown Grand Forks, North Dakota on November 24th, 2019, be prepared to be dazzled by thousands of lights at the HollyDazzle Festival of Lights.
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This year will be the 5th annual event and each year it gets bigger and better. The main attraction is the beautiful light parade with holiday-themed floats covered in Christmas lights.
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HollyDazzle is so much more than pretty lights, however, as there will be activities, food, and more for all ages all afternoon and evening. One of the things you can do is warm up by the fire and make some s’mores.
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Local businesses will also be set up around downtown with refreshments and things to browse.
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There are also live performances and fun activities for young kids and adults alike, such as ornament making and cookie decorating. Of course, Santa Claus himself will be making appearances throughout the event.
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Take a carriage ride through the snow with Santa and enjoy the beautiful sights of downtown Grand Forks during the event.
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To finish it all off, there will be fireworks shot over the river in a mesmerizing display that perfectly ends the Festival of Lights.
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The HollyDazzle Festival of Lights will be taking place on Sunday, November 24th, 2019 from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Activities will be held throughout that time and you can learn more by clicking here. Are you planning on going?
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While you’re in downtown Grand Forks, you can check out this awesome street full of some of the best restaurants in North Dakota. There is a little bit of everything in that one area when it comes to food!
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