St. Charles Electric Christmas Parade Extends Application Deadline

The application deadline for the annual Electric Christmas Parade in St. Charles has been extended to November 12, 2023. Organized by the St. Charles Business Alliance, the parade invites participation from community groups, local businesses, and nonprofit organizations.

Entry forms can be found online at stcholidayhomecoming.com. Participants must submit a completed application, an insurance certificate that names the St. Charles Business Alliance and the city of St. Charles as additional insureds, along with a signed copy of the parade’s rules and safety guidelines.

Applications can be emailed to [email protected] or sent by post to the St. Charles Business Alliance at 2 E. Main St., St. Charles. The entry fees are set at $50 for nonprofit organizations, $300 for businesses, and $325 for political entries.

The parade itself is scheduled to commence at 5:30 p.m. on November 29, 2023, in downtown St. Charles. The St. Charles Business Alliance aims to promote economic growth and establish St. Charles as a prominent destination for tourism, business, and community engagement.

For further information, interested parties can contact the St. Charles Business Alliance at 630-443-3967 or visit their websites at stcholidayhomecoming.com or stcalliance.org.