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Candlestick Lane will open for the season in southeast Urbana

Candlestick Lane will open for the season in southeast Urbana

The tradition of Candlestick Lane will continue with the annual lighting kick-off this weekend. Photo: Saga Communications/wikimedia.com


URBANA, IL (Chambana Today) – A holiday tradition returns to Urbana Saturday, December 14th, as the annual lighting of Candlestick Lane kicks off the season. The opening ceremony is set for Saturday at 6 p.m. on Candlestick Lane, located between Cottage Grove and Philo Road, just south of Washington Street.

From 6 – 7 p.m., the street will be open to foot traffic only, allowing visitors to soak in the magic of the moment. Neighborhood children will carry LED lights in a parade through the decorated homes. After the opening ceremony, road barricades will be removed at 7 p.m., and the street will reopen to vehicles.

Since its inception, Candlestick Lane has welcomed over a quarter of a million families, making it a cherished holiday destination. Candlestick Lane will remain lit nightly from dusk until 10 p.m., starting December 14th and continuing through December 31st.

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