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SUMMARY:Henderson\, NC Christmas Parade 2026
DESCRIPTION:The holiday season is just around the corner\, and the 2026 Downtown Henderson Christmas Parade is scheduled for Saturday\, December 5\, at 2:30 p.m. in Henderson\, North Carolina. \nThe annual parade brings the community together to celebrate the Christmas season with festive floats\, decorated vehicles\, marching bands\, local organizations\, and holiday music. \nResidents and visitors are invited to come downtown\, enjoy the festivities\, and celebrate the season with family and friends. \nParade Registration Now Open \nBusinesses\, schools\, churches\, civic organizations\, marching groups\, and other community groups interested in participating in this year’s parade are encouraged to register. \nThe registration deadline is Friday\, November 20\, 2026. All entries must submit a completed registration form\, required documentation\, and applicable entry fees by the deadline. Late entries will not be permitted. \nRegistration fees vary by entry type: \nStandard entries: $55\, including floats\, walking groups\, and vehicles. \nSchool organizations: $25 per unit\, excluding middle and high school marching bands. \nMiddle and high school marching bands: Free. \nFire trucks\, ambulances\, and military entries: Free. \nTractor-trailers and oversized trucks: $100 per entry. \nAll participating entries must feature a Christmas theme\, and each organization must display a sign or banner identifying its group. \nMotorcycles\, horses\, and three- or four-wheelers are not permitted. Additional participation requirements and safety guidelines are outlined in the official parade rules. \nInterested participants should download and review the official 2026 Downtown Henderson Christmas Parade registration form and rules before submitting an entry. \n  \nDownload the 2026 Christmas Parade Registration Form and Rules \nhttps://vanceartscouncil.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/Christmas-Parade-2026-Rules-and-Regulations.pdf \n  \nParade Day Information \nThe parade begins at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday\, December 5\, 2026. \nParade participants will line up along Raleigh Road near Burger King\, with floats\, fire trucks\, and vehicles with trailers beginning lineup at 1:15 p.m. All other entries should arrive beginning at 1:30 p.m. and no later than 2:00 p.m. \nThe parade will conclude on Rose Avenue. Parents picking up children who participate in the parade should meet them in the courthouse parking lot on Rose Avenue. \nIn the event of severe inclement weather\, the parade will be canceled and will not be rescheduled. \nRegistration and Contact Information \nCompleted registration forms\, required documentation\, and applicable entry fees should be mailed to: \nDowntown Development\n207 N. Garnett Street\nHenderson\, NC 27536 \nChecks or money orders should be made payable to City of Henderson (Parade). \nFor additional information about parade registration\, participation requirements\, or other questions\, contact Dr. Alice Clark Sallins\, Parade Organizer\, at 252-767-4579. \nMark your calendars for December 5 and join the Henderson community for an afternoon of Christmas cheer in downtown Henderson!
URL:https://vanceartscouncil.com/event/henderson-nc-christmas-parade-2026/
LOCATION:Downtown Henderson\, NC
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