Your favorite holiday tradition returns to Downtown Olean on Friday, November 28th, starting at 6:30 p.m.
The procession will begin on the corner of Delaware Ave. and N. Union and proceed south into the heart of Downtown Olean. Floats, units, and theatrical groups will stagger and use both sides of the street, so make sure you get a good spot!
Santa and Mrs. Claus will have their traditional magical countdown to the illumination of the lights, at the intersection of State and Union. Come dressed in your holiday sweaters and scarves (and jackets!) and get ready to enter the magical holiday season.
And don’t forget, eight esteemed awards will be given out to select floats, chosen by our judges.
Stay tuned for more details as it gets closer!
PLEASE NOTE: Do not respond to "vendors wanted" scammers in the comments. There are no vendors at this event. If you'd like to enter your float, please fill out the application at OleanNY.com/paradeapp before November 20th!
“The Elves Award” will be presented to a float or unit that best showcases holiday joy through the eyes of a child - Sponsored by Cutco Corporation
The “Angelic Spirit Award” will be given to the most spiritual/religious float or unit - Sponsored by Mandy's Flowers
The "Blitzen Award” goes to the most photogenic - Sponsored by CCB (Cattaraugus County Bank).
The “Jingle Bells Award” will be given to the best theatrical (music/dance) float or unit - Sponsored by Community Care of Western NY.
The "Sleigh Award” to the most decorated larger truck - Sponsor this award at OleanNY.com/sponsorships!
The "Season’s Greeting Award” to the best newcomer to the parade that exemplifies a welcoming theme - Sponsor this award at OleanNY.com/sponsorships!
The "Snowflake Award” will go to the float or unit with the most participants - Sponsored by Nick Shembeda Plumbing & Heating!
The "Rudolph Award” will be presented to the float or unit with the most or best use of lighting - Sponsor this award at OleanNY.com/sponsorships!
