Umbrella Parade & Tree Lighting — Downtown Milwaukie

Sat, Dec 5 · 11222 SE Main St, Milwaukie, OR 97222

Saturday, December 5. Milwaukie's holiday tradition: decorate an umbrella and parade four blocks north on Main Street, from the South Downtown Plaza by the Post Office (11222 SE Main St) to Historic City Hall (10722 SE Main St). The parade starts at 4:30 PM. To enter the umbrella contest, arrive by 4:15 PM; there are prizes for adults and children, plus one for best decorated bicycle. Free treats, hot chocolate and cider at the end. The tree is lit after the winners are announced around 5:30 PM, and festivities end at 6 PM. Everyone is welcome and no pre-registration is required. Main St closes from Washington St south to 21st Ave starting at noon.