Event Information

DOWNTOWN HUMBOLDT, IA
MAIN STREET

Date: December 14th, 2024
Parade Start Time: SUN DOWN CST

Where: Line your Chairs on Humboldt, IA Main Street from 8th St N & Sumner Ave to 5th St N & Sumner Ave.

Join us in Humboldt, IA on December 14th for a dazzling evening of festive cheer as we celebrate the approaching Christmas season with our inaugural Lighted Tractor Parade! This unique event will feature an array of beautifully decorated tractors, illuminated with vibrant lights, parading through town and showcasing holiday spirit like never before.

Tractors from beyond Humboldt County will participate, adding to the excitement and grandeur of this spectacular display. As the first event of its kind in Humboldt, we're thrilled to start a new holiday tradition and invite the entire community to share in the joy.

This event is also dedicated to raising funds for the FFA. If you wish to enter your tractor in the parade, a minimum donation of $25.00 is required. All donations for tractor entries will go directly to support the FFA's programs and initiatives. Spectators are also encouraged to contribute; donations can be made on the day of the event to support this worthy cause.

Bring your family and friends to experience the magic of the season and enjoy an unforgettable evening of lights, laughter, and community celebration.

Want to participate?
Your Need to Know:

Tractor Sign-Up Qualifications for the Humboldt Lighted Tractor Parade

To participate in the Humboldt Lighted Tractor Parade, please ensure that your tractor meets the following qualifications:

Tractor Type: Only field machinery such as tractors, combine harvesters, and sprayers are eligible. Lawn mowers, ATVs, side-by-sides, snowmobiles, pick-ups, gators, trailers, and equipment with steel wheels are excluded.
Decoration: Your tractor must be adorned with visible Christmas lights all around the vehicle to enhance the festive display.
Class Categories: When signing up, please select one of the following categories for your entry. Only tractors entered into a class category will be eligible to win awards in that category:
- New Class: For recently manufactured tractors.
- Vintage Class: For classic or older model tractors.
- Commercial Class: For tractors used in commercial operations.
- Co-op Class: For tractors associated with cooperative organizations.
Donation Requirement: A minimum donation of $25.00 is required to enter the parade. All donations will go to the Humboldt, IA FFA, supporting their programs and initiatives.

Be sure to choose your category to compete for a chance to win in your selected class. We look forward to seeing your beautifully decorated tractor and celebrating the holiday season together while supporting a great cause!