Fantasy of Lights kicks off the holiday season in Howell

Join the fun at the Annual Fantasy of Lights on Friday, the day after Thanksgiving in downtown Howell.

Each entry in the Fantasy of Lights parade must be illuminated with a minimum of 5,000 holiday lights. The event marks the arrival of the holiday season in Howell and has attracted more than 25,000 spectators lining the Grand River Avenue parade route.

Entertainment, activities and visits with Santa and live reindeer begin at 4 p.m. The Fantasy 5K Run begins at 6 p.m. followed by the start of the parade at 7 p.m.