Light Up Hutch

 

 

Downtown Hutchinson, in a partnership with Ad Astra Radio, Hutch Rec, Hutchinson Zoo, and
DCI, invite residents to celebrate the holiday season with the Light Up Hutch Christmas Parade
and Festival taking place December 5 & 6. Residents of all ages will enjoy various activities
throughout the festival, including:
 

Friday, December 5:

    Prairie Nights-Holiday Lights at the Hutchinson Zoo from 6-9 p.m. (For Adults 21 yrs and older; ticketed event)

Spend an evening strolling through the Hutchinson Zoo with a drink in hand, enjoying
holiday festivities, music, delicious food and beverages, as well as animal experiences.
Tickets include complimentary beverages and gourmet snacks throughout the event. A
variety of food options and non-alcoholic and adult beverages will be available.
Tickets are $40/person ($30 for Zoo members) and are available for purchase here.
Proceeds support the Hutchinson Friends of the Zoo.
 

Saturday, December 6:

        Hutch Rec’s Gingerbread House Decorating at Memorial Hall from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.(FREE)

This free event is Hutch Rec’s gift to the community and includes free gingerbread
house decorating for all ages, along with visits with Santa, interactive games, and more.
Carriage rides will also be provided outside of Memorial Hall from 10 a.m. to noon.

          Spread the Light Holiday Park at DCI Park (2nd  and Main) from 4-6 p.m.

Before the Christmas parade, visit Spread the Light Holiday Park to support local non-
profits and give back to our community. Groups will provide festive activities and gives
visitors the chance to connect with local charities while making a difference this holiday
season.

           Ad Astra Radio’s Light Up Hutch Christmas Parade (Main St from Avenue B through 7th Avenue) at 6 p.m.

The festive weekend concludes with the 3rd annual Light Up Hutch evening Christmas
Parade in Downtown Hutchinson. Ad Astra Radio is accepting parade registrations and
can be done online here. Entries will be judged by a local celebrity panel in various
categories.
The parade will start at Avenue B and head north through 7th Avenue on Main Street.
Pedestrian-only viewing will take place from Avenue B through 3rd & Main, where there
are no parked vehicles allowed. Parking areas are indicated on the attached map.
Car viewing spaces are available from 3rd Avenue through 7th Avenue. Residents may
park their vehicles in the open designated parking spaces on Main Street.

            Downtown Holiday Shopping (hours vary)

Throughout the day, enjoy holiday shopping at several Downtown Hutch stores while
dining at restaurants. Several businesses will remain open through 8 p.m.

Food Trucks (located at 2nd & Main) beginning at 4pm

The Fizz Bar
Tacos El Trebol
Rainbow Kettle Corn and More
Metro To Go (the physical location)
Hot Cocoa Stands:
Holly's Sweet Treats 5th & Main (west side) & Ave B & Main (west side)

Local Eats & Sweets - Grab lunch or dinner at one of our great Downtown eateries!

Pizaccos
Anchor Inn
Hickory Stik
Roma's Italian Restaurant
Sandhills Brewing
Holly’s Sweet Treats
Salt City Brewing Co.
Sage River Market Coffee Shop
Celayence Mexican Restaurant
Carl's Bar and Delicatessen (lunch only)
Daylight Donuts
 

Store Specials on Parade Day!

Wildflower Boutique: 3D Holiday Glasses that turn Christmas lights into fun shapes, Light up Fiber Optic Toys
Amelia's: Holiday Open House10-5pm Treats, prize drawing, free gifts with $50 purchase, discounts!
Sage River Market: Free books, buy a drink, get 30% off a bakery item. Visit the boutique to play the Plinko game for a chance to win discounts!
RENU: 20% off all Pappardelle Pasta for the day.
Apron Strings: Anything that lights up is 30% off. All Christmas linens are 30% off.
Holly's Sweet Treats: 10% off Christmas
Lit Studio's Paint & Pottery: Open for walk in pottery painting from 11-5pm
Etc. Shop: 47% off in honor of their 47th Anniversary