Candy Cane Lane, Duboistown facts for kids
Candy Cane Lane is a special street in Duboistown, Pennsylvania, USA. It's the 200 block of Summer Street. Every year, from Thanksgiving until early January (a holiday called The Epiphany), this street is covered in amazing Christmas decorations and lights. In 2007, Candy Cane Lane turned 50 years old! The town celebrated with a big parade. The mayor even said that December would always be "Candy Cane Lane month" in Duboistown.
Where is Candy Cane Lane?
Duboistown is a small town in Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. It is about 130 miles northwest of Philadelphia. It is also about 165 miles east of Pittsburgh.
Duboistown sits between the West Branch Susquehanna River to the north. To the south, you'll find Bald Eagle Mountain. The city of Williamsport is just across the river to the north. South Williamsport is to the east.
Summer Street runs north and south in Duboistown. Candy Cane Lane is specifically the 200 block of Summer Street. This part is between Euclid Avenue and Highland Avenue. Euclid Avenue is also known as Pennsylvania Route 654.
A Big Celebration: 50 Years!
Candy Cane Lane first got its Christmas decorations in 1957. On December 9, 2007, Duboistown celebrated its 50th anniversary. They had a big parade and a special announcement.
The parade had 30 different groups. There were floats, fire trucks, and police cars. Marching bands played music. Local leaders and famous people joined in. People dressed up as elves, Frosty the Snowman, and even Santa and Mrs. Claus. After the parade, everyone celebrated at the Duboistown Fire Hall.
The 200 block of Summer Street has only 13 houses. Five houses are on the west side. Eight houses are on the east side. All of these homes are decorated with lots of lights and figures. The mayor of Duboistown, Lou Plankenhorn, made a special announcement. He said that "December as Candy Cane Lane month forever more in DuBoistown." This meant December would always be dedicated to Candy Cane Lane.
A Special Christmas Tradition
Candy Cane Lane is a very popular place to visit. Many people come to see the lights between Thanksgiving and Epiphany. On Christmas Eve, cars often line up on Euclid Avenue. Everyone waits to drive slowly up the street.
Visiting Candy Cane Lane is a special Christmas tradition for many families. Even after Christmas, people in the area still call Summer Street "Candy Cane Lane."
