Waupaca Yuletide Parade canceled due to dangerously cold temperatures

Despite the parade's cancellation, the Community Tree Lighting is scheduled to take place at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday at Danes Hall Plaza
Published: Dec. 3, 2025 at 4:13 PM CST

WAUPACA, Wis. (WSAW) - The Waupaca Yuletide Parade, originally scheduled for Thursday, has been canceled due to dangerously cold temperatures in the forecast.

Despite the cancellation of the parade, several holiday activities will still go on as planned.

The Community Tree Lighting is scheduled to take place at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday at Danes Hall Plaza.

Thursday evening will also include late-night shopping at local businesses and a special showing of “Elf” at the Rosa Theater.

All Friday, Saturday and Sunday Yuletide events are still planned as scheduled.

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