The night after Thanksgiving belongs to Main Street in Littleton. The City of Littleton holds its annual Candlelight Walk on Friday, Nov. 27, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m. in Downtown Littleton, and this year the holiday parade runs in the opposite direction.

A reversed parade route

The city says the parade route has changed direction this year. The rest of the evening keeps its familiar shape. The city posts the new route and the street closures on its parade route page, so check it before picking a spot along the curb.

What happens on Main Street

Downtown fills with street performers, holiday music and lights. Along the way, according to the city and the Littleton Downtown Development Authority:

  • A holiday parade down Main Street
  • Free hot cocoa and warm cider
  • Grab-and-go bites from downtown restaurants, with shops and boutiques open
  • Photos with Santa

The finale: trees, then drones

The evening ends with the lighting of the holiday trees in Bega Park, with Santa on hand, and then a drone show over downtown. The city suggests coming early for dinner on Main Street and staying through the finale.

Getting there

RTD's D Line stops at Littleton-Downtown Station, a short walk from Main Street.

Make a night of it

Visit Littleton, the city's tourism site, lists downtown restaurants and bars for dinner before or after the walk, and partner hotels for anyone who wants to turn it into a staycation.

Plan your visit

  • When: Friday, Nov. 27, 2026, 5 to 8 p.m.
  • Where: Main Street, Downtown Littleton; tree lighting in Bega Park
  • Cost: Free
  • Organizer: City of Littleton

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