Express Clydesdales Will Lead Fantasy of Lights ParadeExpress Clydesdales Will Lead Fantasy of Lights Parade

10/25/12 - They won’t be pulling a beer wagon, but once again, a familiar sight will greet visitors to the annual Fantasy of Lights Parade in downtown Howell. The world-famous Express Clydesdales will headline the parade, which is set for the day after Thanksgiving, Friday, Nov. 23rd. Although the Budweiser Clydesdales made an appearance at the 2007 Fantasy of Lights, this will be the first time the Express Clydesdales have appeared in the community. The Express Clydesdales have won their own share of fame, having participated in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and the Tournament of Roses Parade. They also had the honor of escorting Prince William and his wife Kate Middleton in Alberta Canada where they helped kick off the Calgary Stampede. The Express Clydesdales help raise money for the Children’s Miracle Network and Express Employment Professionals in Howell are selling raffle tickets for a chance to win two seats on the wagon and ride in the Fantasy of Lights Parade. Tickets are $10 each or $20 for three, with 100% of all proceeds benefiting the Children’s Miracle Network at Beaumont Hospital. Tickets will be available to purchase at VG’s in Brighton tomorrow from 3 – 7 p.m., and then on Sunday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Tickets can also be purchased Sunday at the Howell Farmers’ Market. (JK)