November 24 & 25, 2006

The Candlelight Walk dates back to 1983 when it all began by the newly formed Chesaning Boulevard Association. It was for one day only, Sunday of Thanksgiving Weekend, and its purpose was to create public awareness of the unique specialty shops. It did not involve the lighting of any candles. In 1984, approximately 1,000 candles were lit for the first time along the Boulevard area.

The event, as you see it now, has been expanded and centers around the lighting of thousands of illumintes over a two day period. The entire boulevard and downtown area are blocked off to traffic from 5 pm unitl 9 pm on Friday and Saturday. This allows people to walk amongst the glowing illuminares and horse drawn vehicles, which is the only traffic allowed on the streets.

Festival of Trees
Enjoy a leisurely stroll down Saginaw Street to the Peet Center where you will find trees & wreaths decorated by area merchants as well as gift items. ALL TREES & WREATHS WILL BE RAFFLED OFF!

Gingerbread House Lane
Our local elementary school children will be creating a Gingerbread House of their choice. All of the gingerbread houses will be on display for viewing 210 W. Broad Street in downtown Chesaning.