A space for optimism

“A space for optimism” is 2009's theme of Lismore Lantern Parade in New South Wales Australia on June 20-21. Despite the pessimistic occurrence about economic, social and environmental concerns individual and organizations cope up in various ways to retain a good standing.
The Lizmore Lantern Parade aims to conjure optimism and to be creative. This is an award winning community festival that will feature artistic and brightly made lantern floats, dancing, music, workshops, other events (market delight market stalls, lantern parade, street party) and a fire event finale that will start at 6:45pm at the Jolley Field . On Sunday the event will feature The Big Breakfast at Carrington Street which will start at 8:30am, cooking demonstration,food debate and also other events)

Winterfest Boat Parade 2008

All set for 6:30PM on December 13,2008? Check out Fort Lauderdale for a spectacular sight where over 100 lighted boats promenade along the Intracoastal Waterway through Fort Lauderdale, Winterfest Boat Parade is Florida’s most-watched boat parade. Read more at Campervan hire Australia Travel

Light Parade

Downtown Jacksonville rings in the festive season with its annual Light Parade, which includes a parade of boats down St John’s River and the famous “waterfall” fireworks on the Main Street and Acosta bridges. If you’re there, jot down on your planner - 7 p.m. At Downtown Riverfront and take a look at the US RV Rental and Holiday Site for more details.