Christmas Parades

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Visit a festive holiday Christmas parade, even if you are far from home during the holiday season. Traveling during the holidays can be tiresome, whether it is for pleasure, work or family obligation. Watching a parade with friends, family or even coworkers can help reduce your holiday stress.

Hit the city streets for a fun Christmas parade.

Holiday Parade Traditions

Just because a parade is a holiday parade does not mean you will find the same floats, characters and music in every parade. Each area of the U.S. will have its own take on the parade tradition. From unique Christmas parade themes to spectacular lighted Christmas parades, you are sure to find plenty of fun parade events.

The big kick-off of holiday parade season is usually the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, held in New York City every year. While a few cities host their holiday parades sooner, most are held after the turkey has been eaten and Santa Claus has ridden down the streets of New York City.

Vacation Destination Parades

Virtually every tourist spot in the country will take advantage of the influx of holiday travelers. Theme parks often have large extravaganzas, like the Disney World Christmas Parade. If you will be in the Midwest during the holidays, check out the Gifts of Christmas Holiday Light Parade, hosted twice each evening during Silver Dollar City's An Old Time Christmas celebration in Branson, Missouri.

Have a plan for your parade viewing, because vacation areas often have an influx of visitors during the Christmas season, especially in warmer climates. Get information about parades at attractions and theme parks by visiting their websites, contacting your travel guide or purchasing a travel book.

Christmas Boat Parades

If you will be near a large lake, river or on one of the coasts, you may be able to see a floating Christmas parade. Catch a harbor parade of boats across the country:

The parades feature dazzling light displays on boats that sail in front of spectators during the evening hours. As the Christmas season draws closer, check the websites listed above, or the website for the harbor parade in the area you will be in, for more details.

Find a Christmas Parade

Locating holiday parades around your holiday travel destination is not difficult. People who know the exact area they are heading to can simply call the local travel and tourism office. Chamber of Commerce organizations in cities and towns will often have a list of local holiday events, including parades, too.

More places to find information about Christmas parades include:

  • State Travel and Tourism Offices: Every state in the country has either a travel and tourism bureau or a division of the government that is devoted to visitors of the state. Visit the state you're headed to in order to find a schedule of holiday events and parades.
  • Discover America: Check out Discover America, a travel website that highlights events across the country, including holiday parades.
  • Travel Agent or Club: If your travel plans are open for the holidays, visit your travel agent for some ideas of where to visit for a great parade. Members of travel clubs, like AAA, can often get free brochures and planning guides. Use these as resources to find great Christmas parades.

When you are visiting family or friends, they will often know of a great parade in the area. During a vacation or business hotel stay, you can always ask the front desk help or concierge. No matter where you are, you are sure to find a jolly holiday parade during November or December.

Christmas parades are a part of the holiday celebration across the U.S. Whether you are spending the holidays in chilly northern Minnesota or sunny Florida, you are sure to find a festive parade with fabulous Christmas parade floats, bands and characters.

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