Experience the Unique Holiday Light Displays in Glendale, California

Glendale, California's way of treating its locals and visitors during the holiday season is mostly traditional in nature. But don't be fooled; it only gets better each year. As proof of this, don't forget to check out these wonderful events where you can witness beautiful holiday light displays.

Montrose Christmas Parade
December 1, 2007 (Saturday)
Starts at 6pm
*Free

This year, being their 31^st year of celebrating this annual tradition, the organizers of Montrose Christmas Parade will once again capture the interest of spectators as they feature a mix of local entries, regional school bands, celebrities, and dignitaries. This is a great parade where you and your family can truly enjoy especially with all the beautifully decorated floats and the most anticipated Santa Claus' arrival in his Glendale P.D. Helicopter. The parade will travel through Honolulu Avenue.

Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony
December 5, 2007
City Hall, 613 E. Broadway
Starts at 7pm
*Free

One of Glendale's most-awaited holiday events is the city's Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony. For 2007, spectators can expect choral music, a special visit from Santa Claus, and a well-lighted and beautifully decorated Christmas tree. You need not worry about parking because they organizers are providing free parking at the Civic Center Lot and everyone who joins this joyous event will be treated with hot chocolate and candy canes.

Light & Hope: The Forest Lawn Christmas Windows
November 23 - January 6, 2008
Forest Lawn Glendale - Museum
10:00am - 5:00pm

This is a unique experience for the holiday season. Light & Hope features the story of the birth and early childhood of Jesus Christ. This is an exhibit of 5 black-lit stained glass windows which includes the Betrothal of Mary and Joseph, the Visitation between Mary and Elizabeth, No Room in the Inn, the Shepherds in the Stable, and finally, the Flight into Egypt. Then, there are two windows that pictures Jesus as a young boy in the temple - first is him when he was 12 years old and the second is a scene in Joseph's carpenter's shop. These beautiful windows are one-of-a-kind and its creation dates back to 1903. These are only brought out during the Christmas Season by Forest Lawn. When you come and visit, you also get to enjoy the beautiful Christmas decors and dazzling lights throughout the Forest Lawn area. It's a perfect contemplative holiday experience for you and your family.

Holiday in the Park
November 16, 2007 (Friday)
Bell Cottage, Burbank, CA
6pm - 9pm
*Free

Just approximately 10 minutes away from the heart of Glendale, the tradition of Holiday in the Park will take place. On the same night, Bell Cottage will light their Christmas tree to kick off the holiday season. At the same time, this is where almost all the stores located on Magnolia Blvd (from Kenwood to Buena Vista) will open its doors for everyone to see amazing light displays and holiday decors, as well as, shop for holiday gifts. Part of the tradition is a variety of refreshments available for everyone's enjoyment.