CLEARLAKE, Calif. – The annual Clearlake Christmas parade and tree lighting event will be held on Saturday, Dec. 3.

The lineup begins at 5 p.m. and the parade starts at 6 p.m. at Redbud Park.

Floats, marching bands, and choirs, will travel down Lakeshore Drive led by the Lake County Fire Protection District fire trucks.  

This year's theme is “Santa’s Workshop,” with Santa and Mrs. Claus as the main feature. 

This event grows larger each year and brings smiles and cheers from crowds along Lakeshore Drive who enjoy the colorful decorated floats and vintage cars. 

Everyone is encouraged to enter their special creations in the parade with a float. 

The celebration ends with songs, hot chocolate and the tree lighting in Austin Park where Santa will be at the gazebo to talk with children.

Those who just want to participate, register at City Hall or online at www.clear-lakechamberofcommerce.com . Click on Christmas Parade Entry Form and submit to Adeline Brown at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .