Lawton Fort Sill Convention & Visitor's Bureau

Holiday in the Park

Holiday in the Park opens November 18 – January 1.

Holiday in the Park is a non-profit 501-3c organization made up of volunteers lead by the Lawton Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce. Lawton Fort Sill’s beloved annual Christmas light display transforms Elmer Thomas Park into a winter wonderland!

Elmer Thomas Park is a 143 acre park with a lake and is located on the south side of Cache Road, near Interstate 44 at 3rd & Ferris. This organization operates solely from donations from the public and sponsorships. We rely on our wonderful community volunteers for setting up displays, running the donation house, Holiday events, fundraising and operating our brand new Winter Skating Rink. We look forward to continuing to grow and expand the Holiday in the Park every year!

2023 Updates:

Double the size of the skating rink

50+ brand new displays

New interactive Displays

Train Rides

Petting Zoo

Food Trucks& More!

Volunteer

We would not be able to run Holiday in the Park without our community members! We have many opportunities for you and/or your organization to volunteer at our Holiday in the Park events. From setting up light displays to working the events throughout the holiday season, we hope you find time in your schedule to come volunteer!

Vendors

Thank you for your interest in becoming a food vendor for the Holiday in the Park (HIP). To be considered as a potential vendor, please fill out this application in its entirety and return to info@lawtonfortsillchamber.com no later than October 21, 2022.

Please note that vendor space is limited. Vendors are expected to open every agreed upon night of the event unless prior approval is given by the Holiday in the Park committee. All applications will be reviewed by the Holiday in the Park committee.

If selected, vendors will be notified by email by November 1, 2022, with a contract that is to be signed and returned. Along with the signed contract, vendors will be required to provide sales, tax permits, proof of insurance, city permit, and a non-refundable vendor fee. The vendor fee will be $100. All food truck vendors will agree to pay Holiday in the Park Fifteen Percent (15%) of all gross sales. Vendors will be required to submit a weekly report of sales. Vendors will be required to hold an active membership with the Lawton Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce. Vendors will be required to become “Grow the 580” merchants and accept “Grow the 580” gift certificates. Please do not send in vendor fee until you are notified of acceptance.

Parade

The Holiday in the Park committee and Chamber team are excited to continue the parade this year!

The theme is “TOYLAND”.

Parade Entry Form

MAIL, FAX, EMAIL OR DELIVER TO

Lawton Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce
302 W Gore Blvd
Lawton, Oklahoma 73501
Fax: 580-357-3642
Email: kpiret@visitlawtonok.com

ENTRY DEADLINE: November 15th by 3:00 p.m.

Entries received after this date and time will be charged an additional $10. The entries will be placed at the end of the parade. An announcer card will not be prepared for late entries.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost?

Holiday in the Park is Free to walk or drive through to see all of the light displays. Donations are appreciated to support Holiday in the Park!

What is the price for the Winter Rink?

The price for the winter rink is $10 per person with skate rental. If you have your own skates it is $8 per person.

What are the hours for the Winter Rink?

The winter rink will be open Monday-Friday from 5-10:00pm. Open Saturday and Sunday from 1-10:00pm. Hockey games will be played every Saturday from 11-1:00pm.