The Hood River Holidays kick-off event is set for Friday. Hood River County Chamber of Commerce Events Coordinator Ashley Huckaby May says the event since its conception a few years ago has proven popular in bringing the community together to celebrate the season. Streets in downtown Hood River will be closed at 5 p.m. Friday, with a parade from Oak and Seventh through downtown to start at 6 p.m., followed by a tree lighting celebration in Overlook Memorial Park at 7 p.m. Those who would like to participate in the parade can get a registration form on-line at hoodriver.org or call the Chamber at 541-386-2000.