West Ranch residents are invited to join in the Holiday festivities during the 23rd Annual Christmas Lighted Parade and the 2nd Annual “Christmas in the Park.”

This year’s festivities will take place Saturday, December 12 at 6:00pm. The Friendswood Chamber of Commerce will host its annual lighted parade with this year’s theme: “Christmas in Toyland.” Area businesses are encouraged to enter the parade to celebrate the holidays and promote their services.

Immediately following the parade there will be the 2nd annual “Christmas in the Park” where families can enjoy activities and take pictures with Santa. The event will take place in Stevenson Park and is hosted by the City of Friendswood Community Services Department and the Community Appearance Board.

For those participating in the parade, line up begins at 5:00pm prior to the parade. For more information on entering the parade please call the Chamber at 281-482-3329. For more information about “Christmas in the Park” please call the City of Friendswood at 281-996-3320.