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Christian Cardoza of Aurora was enjoying a bicycle ride around downtown Aurora Friday evening while waiting for the start of the city’s Winter Lights Fest.

“I’ve been here a number of times. I mostly come for the vibe that comes when Christmas is just around the corner,” he said as he stepped off his bike for a moment. “If they are are having Winter Lights, I’m here.”

Beginning at 6 p.m. Friday, the city of Aurora’s Winter Lights Fest offered a three-hour holiday season kickoff that included the largest parade ever at the event, a drone show, photos with Santa and the traditional tree-lighting ceremony.

Temperatures in the mid-40s made this year’s fest more comfortable, although city officials insisted that when it comes to Winter Light Fest

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