Home for the Holidays Sponsored By:
Shop Local & Win Big
Starting November 7, 2025
For each $15 spent at any participating business, fill out a "Christmas Tag" & you’ll be entered into our weekly drawing. The more tags the more chances to win.
Drawings will be held: Nov. 14, 21, & 26 - Dec. 5, 12, 19 & 30
Lamar Downtown Lighting Celebration &
Lamar’s Lighted Christmas Parade
November 21, 2025
Kick off the Christmas season in Lamar, Missouri!
Join us for the Annual Christmas Lighting and Lighted Parade on Friday, November 21st at 6:00 PM from Wyatt Earp Park!
We’ll countdown together as the lights of the Lamar Downtown Square and Wyatt Earp Park come to life.
Then at 6:20 PM, the Lighted Christmas Parade will begin from the Moore Pavilion, with dazzling holiday floats making their way around the historic square.
The evening wouldn’t be complete without a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus at Wyatt Earp Park — so bring the family and enjoy the magic of the season! 
Parade line-up Moore Pavilion by 5:30 pm. • NO Registration Required.
Please remember, this is a LIGHTED parade. Your float won't be seen without lights so come prepared!
3rd Annual Community Christmas Market ~ Memorial Hall
Shop local small businesses, makers and crafters while in town for the Lamar Christmas Parade. All sorts of holiday gifts will be available: fresh baked goods, honey, jams, jellies, handmade items, toys, jewelry and more.
Event brought to you by: Tenth Street Community Farmers Market