IBEW Holiday Lighted Parade

Downtown Sioux City

+1 712-252-0014

Date: November 24, 2025

Time: 6:15 pm - 12:00 am

Celebrate the start of the holiday season in Downtown Sioux City at the 2025 IBEW Holiday Lighted Parade on Monday, November 24, at 6:15 p.m. This magical annual event is presented by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 231 and is one of Siouxland’s most beloved holiday traditions.

The parade will travel along 4th Street, beginning at Iowa Street and ending at Nebraska Street. After the parade, gather in front of the Sioux City Public Museum to watch the lighting of the downtown holiday tree – a moment that officially kicks off the holiday season in Sioux City.

Accessible & Sensory Friendly Area
In partnership with The Oak View Group and Siouxland District Health Department, a designated Accessible Viewing Area will be available outside the Sioux City Convention Center with a Sensory Friendly space located inside during the 2025 IBEW Holiday Lighted Parade. These spaces are designed to provide a safe and enjoyable experience for individuals with sensory sensitivities, free and open to the public.

Meet Santa!
After Santa lights the tree, Santa will stop at Art SUX Gallery before he leaves to greet everyone. This is also the location where Siouxland can drop off their letters to Santa all season long! On November 8 and December 6, the Art SUX for Kids Foundation is hosting an event here where kids can write letters and decorate cookies. Kids of all ages are invited to drop off their letters to Santa so he can get them in time for the holiday.

Holiday Open Houses
Extend your evening of holiday fun before and after the parade with Holiday Open Houses! Several businesses will be opening their doors on Monday, November 24 to welcome the community with seasonal specials, refreshments, and holiday cheer.

Participating businesses include:

Brekky’s
515 4th Street

Darling Decor
521 4th Street

Snack on popcorn & candy canes, photo ops, and enter to win a hot cocoa basket from 6:00pm – 8:00pm at Darling Decor!

Gallery 103
600 4th Street

Explore original art at Gallery 103 from 5:00pm – 8:00pm! They will be serving hot chocolate and cookies, and launching our 10% off Holiday Sale.

Hardline Coffee
1004 4th Street

Warm up with Hardline Coffee’s delightful regular menu, hot cocoa, apple cider, and treats available for purchase starting at 5:30pm until the end of the parade.

Jackson Street Brewing
607 5th Street

Get a Taste of the Holidays at Jackson Street Brewing! Specials include “Taste of the Holidays” beer flight, El Comal chili + cinnamon roll combo, Complimentary popcorn, hot chocolate & apple cider from 4:00pm – 8:00pm.

LaunchPAD Children’s Museum
623 Pearl Street

Kid’s get free admission from 3:00-5:00pm and free cookies (while supplies last).

Re/Max City Centre
712 4th Street

Stop in for Re/Max’s annual Stocking Hat Giveaway before and after the parade.

Scooters
675 Gordon Drive

Enjoy $1 off hot chocolate and free cookies from 5:00pm – 9:00pm!

Sioux City Public Library
529 Pierce Street

Families are invited to stop in to the Aalfs Downtown Library before or after the Downtown Lighted Parade and make a paper ornament to take home, visit the life-size book tree, and follow the storywalk around the Library. While you are here check out the amazing collection of books, movies, and our Library of Things!

For more information, send us an email at info@downtownsiouxcity.com or give us a call at 712-252-0014.