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Events - Parade Application - 2022 Sponsors - Become A Sponsor Press - Volunteer
 
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Chester County Hospital Lights Up Holiday Weekends in
West Chester Overview of Events - More Coming Soon!

 November 25, 2022 ~ January 2, 2023
Return of a hometown Christmas Parade - Friday, December 2, 2022 (Time TBD)
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  • November 25th - January 2nd: The return of the professionally installed holiday lights and decorations on Gay, Market and High Streets!  
  • November 25th-January 2nd: The return of the Delphi Wealth Management Professional Gingerbread House Competition! To date returning professional builders include: Cakes and Candies by Maryellen, Carlino's, John Serock Catering and the 2021 winner, The Master's Baker! 
  • November 25th - December 16th (Saturdays, time TBD): The “Making Spirits Bright Holiday Music Series” will feature local choirs singing favorite holidays songs every Saturday.
  • November 25th - December 16th (Saturdays, time TBD): Santa will once again tour the borough on a fire truck every Saturday.  Sponsored by Tolsdorf Oil Lube Express, Santa escorted by First West Chester Fire Co.
  • Friday, December 2nd, Time TBD: The re-imagining of our beloved Christmas Parade! Parade-goers can also expect a focus on all things local, from award-winning floats with local flare by some of Chester County’s most creative designers, to sparkling performances by hometown favorites including nationally recognized marching bands that are exclusively local. Santa has agreed to make his much-anticipated appearance.
  • November - Early December: The return of the WSFS Bank Toy Drive. More details to come on how to donate and the benefiting organizations.
  • The installation of the 25 ft. Christmas Tree on the lawn of the Historic Courthouse. The tree lighting will take place before the start of the parade.

 
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Apply to be in the Parade ~ Deadline August 1, 2022

2022 Parade Application - Deadline August 1st
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The Parade Committee reviews all applications and reserves the right to accept or reject any application. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis and local entries will be prioritized. Please note: the maximum number of units allowed in the parade may be reached prior to August 1, 2022. Please apply promptly!
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2022 Sponsors

Title Sponsor
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Premium Sponsors
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Half Block and Special Event Sponsors
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Quarter Block Sponsors
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Parade Professional Performance Sponsors
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Lamp Post Sponsors

Chesterbrook Academy Elementary
Fulton Bank
Gawthrop Greenwood, PC
NouSoma Communications
Precision Performance Physical Therapy
St. Agnes School
The Master's Baker
Univest Financial


 
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Become A Sponsor of Lights Up!

Click on the flyer below to download and print
Sign up for sponsorship here
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sign up for sponsorship here

 
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Press

​The Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce Announces Return of West Chester Christmas Parade in 2022

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WEST CHESTER, PA – April 26, 2022 – After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce is announcing the return of the West Chester Christmas Parade as part of Chester County Hospital Lights Up Holiday Weekends in West Chester. The Chamber Board unanimously approved the planning of the parade on Tuesday.
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Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce Announces Date of Christmas Parade, Invites Participants to Apply

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WEST CHESTER, PA – June 14, 2022 – The Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce is opening applications for participants in the West Chester Christmas Parade, which will be held on Friday, December 2, 2022. This marks the parade’s long-awaited return since the beginning of the pandemic.
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Volunteer to be Part of Lights Up!

Volunteer opportunities are endless and include parade marshaling, set-up and break-down, recruiting and managing other volunteers and more! This is a great opportunity to give back to your local community and be part of the many festive activities that take place in West Chester during the holiday season!
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WE INVITE YOU TO PARTNER WITH US

Our events are some of the most anticipated, respected and well-attended in the Greater West Chester area. There are many opportunities to sponsor these events allowing your organization recognition and visibility in the community.
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Our Premier & Partner Sponsors

Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce 
137 North High Street
West Chester, PA 19380
Phone: 610-696-4046 | info@gwcc.org
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