Grand Marshal

Each year our Parade Committee selects a community member to serve as our Lighted Christmas Parade Grand Marshal. Lucky for us, there is no shortage of local individuals who have had, and continue to have, a huge positive impact on the North State.

  • 2024 - Larry Olmstead

    As United Way President and CEO, Larry has supported our communities through catastrophic fires, the pandemic, and supports our daily North State life.

  • 2023 - Wendy Dickens

    For her local impact as Executive Director of First 5 Shasta

  • 2022 - Active 20-30 Cluf of Redding's Past Actives

    A tribute to "aged-out" members who championed our cause and continue to support our community.

  • 2021 - Kimberly Johnson

    For her local impact as Executive Director of Children's Legacy Center

  • 2020 - Todd Franklin

    Highlighting his community building, especially through the difficulties of 2020.