The theme might have been "It's a Small World," but the enthusiasm was big during last weekend's Discovery Bay Chamber of Commerce Parade of Lights extravaganza.

More than 1,400 participants drove, floated, danced and sang their way down the streets of Discovery Bay Boulevard as crowds lined the streets during the annual parade that officially marks the beginning of the holiday season.

Sarah Stothers, 10, came to the event with her grandparents, and despite the brisk, chilly weather, Sarah had a blast. "This is fun. We've had hot chocolate and hot dogs and candy," said Sarah, who occupied a curbside seat. "The lights are really pretty."

From Santa to Snoopy to riders on horseback and a PT Cruiser contingency of 21 colorfully decorated cars, there was something for everyone at the fifth annual parade.

Churches, schools and local organizations put on their Santa hats and joined in the fun. And since it is Discovery Bay, no parade would have been complete without a few floats sporting colorfully decorated palm trees, or a boat or two strewn with holiday lights.

All the entrants were winners, but the following are the judges' 30 best-of-the-best winners:

Best of Show: ST. ANNE CATHOLIC CHURCH

Director's Choice Award (Amanda Dove): DISCOVERY BAY ELEMENTARY

Best Lights: DISCOVERY BAY LIONS CLUB

Best Spirit: EXCELSIOR MIDDLE SCHOOL

Most Creative: DISCOVERY BAY ELEMENTARY

Best of Theme: TIMBER POINT ELEMENTARY

Best Participation: CLUB ONE

Audience Appreciation Award: BULLFROG MARINA

Best School: TIMBER POINT ELEMENTARY

Best Commercial Float: THE PALMIST

Best Sponsor Float/Group: BULLFROG MARINA

Best Martial Arts Group: DELTA ONE

Best Church Float/Group: DB PRESBYTERIAN

Best Girl Scouts: TROOP 1542

Best Community Group: MOTHERS OF DISCOVERY BAY

Best Nonprofit: BYRON METHODIST

Best Vehicle Group: DELTA PT CRUISERS

Best Single Vehicle: LUTHIN'S 1930 MODEL A FORD

Best Trailered Boat: DISCOVERY BAY MARINA BOARDWALK

Best Family Group/Float: HARRISON'S/ALL AMERICAN GARAGE DOORS

Best Kids Group/Float: CAMBRIDGE KIDS

Best Girls Group/Float: TROOP 1537

Best Dance Team Overall: EXPRESSIONS

Best Dance Routine or Cheer: EXCELSIOR COLOR GUARD

Best Band: LIBERTY HIGH SCHOOL DRUM CORPS

Best Music: EXCELSIOR MIDDLE SCHOOL MARCHING BAND

Best of Christmas: CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, SANTA SLEIGH

Best New Entry: GEEK SQUAD

Best Family Equestrians: PASTORINI FAMILY

Best Horses: BROOKE SPERRER AND TALIA TOLOMEO