The cities of Bothell, Kenmore, Lake Forest Park, and Shoreline are hosting the fourth annual Winter Porch Light Parade — a program showcasing communities shining bright during the holiday season. These four cities invite their communities to create dazzling light displays that will become part of a virtual holiday map, marking the many traditions celebrated during winter.
For Display Entries: Join the fun in making Bothell festive and bright by decorating your home or business to be part of the Winter Porch Light Parade. Then, register your address to be featured in the interactive holiday light map to allow fellow residents and visitors to see just how festive Bothell is during the holidays. Registration is now open! Entries who select to participate in the competition portion of the program will be in the running for a prize!

For Spectators: Embark on this exciting adventure at your leisure in the month of December to brighten your holiday spirits and see creative light displays. Whether you are bundled up with your family or friends, this is the perfect tradition to see the magic of lights from the ease of your car throughout four cities in the Pacific Northwest.
- Insider Tip: the light displays are best seen between 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. — we recommend planning your route using the virtual Winter Porch Light Parade Map. This is a self-guided driving experience.
- The virtual holiday light tour map will be available to spectators from Dec. 1 - 31, 2023.