CMU Alumni and Friends in the TC Light Parade

Join fellow CMU alumni, friends, and supporters as we light up downtown Traverse City in the annual TC Light Parade on Friday, November 22! Walk alongside other proud CMU Chippewas and help spread maroon and gold holiday cheer throughout the community. Let’s show our Fired Up spirit and make CMU shine bright this holiday season! 

Can’t join us in the parade? We’d still love to hear your Fired Up cheers as our CMU crew passes by, so let’s fill the streets with maroon and gold pride! 

⏰When: 

Saturday, November 22, 2025  
6 p.m. | Tree lighting with Santa 
6:30 p.m. | Parade step off 

Meeting location and parade details for parade walkers will be emailed about a week prior to the event. 

💲Cost: 

Complimentary to walk alongside fellow CMU supporters! 

 Make sure to wear your maroon and gold to show your CMU spirit!