InsideLowell reported that the City of Lowell will host its annual City of Lights festival on Saturday, November 28, 2026, marking the close of the city's Bicentennial year. The parade begins at 4:30 PM on Jackson Street, proceeding down Central and Merrimack streets to conclude at Lowell City Hall with the traditional lighting of the building and the Wannalancit Smokestack. City officials announced that Bicentennial Committee chairs Steven Panagiotakos, Mike Kuenzler, and Shelagh Mahoney will serve as grand marshals. Chris Dick and Danielle McFadden return as event hosts. Alongside the parade, the day's schedule includes a Festival of Wreaths, open studios, storefront decorating, and photos with Santa at City Hall. City Manager Thomas A. Golden, Jr., and Mayor Erik Gitschier highlighted the community celebration, which is supported by the Mill City Event Fund.