Getting to the Lowry, MN Christmas Parade (First Saturday in December)

The Lowry Town Christmas Parade runs annually on the first Saturday of December in Lowry, Minnesota (pop. ~300), 120 miles northwest of Minneapolis.

By Car (Most Practical)

• From Minneapolis: I-94 W → MN-55 W → US-71 N → MN-28 W → Lowry. ~2 hrs.
• From Fargo: I-94 E → MN-28 E. ~1 hr 45 min.
• Parking: Street parking along Main St / side streets; arrive early.

By Bus

• Jefferson Lines: Minneapolis → Lowry (1 daily, ~2h 30m).
• Stop: 200 2nd St NW, Lowry, MN 56349 (downtown).
• Check schedules at jeffersonlines.com — holiday timetables may vary.

On Foot

If staying in Lowry (limited B&Bs, lake cabins), parade route is Main Street — walkable from anywhere in town.

Parade Details

• Starts 1 PM (typical).
• Floats, school bands, fire trucks, Santa, local businesses.
• Followed by tree lighting, cocoa, community supper.

Note

Lowry is in Minnesota (MN), not South Carolina (SC). Confirm state before navigating.