If you’re looking for holiday excitement and unforgettable memories, think about participating in a holiday parade!
The season is all about joy, fun, and connection. Being in a parade with your school, business, church, or organization can spark festive enthusiasm, foster teamwork and creativity, and create a sense of belonging as you celebrate the most wonderful time of the year together.
Holiday parades are wonderful community events that unite people and highlight local involvement and outreach. The shared experience of preparing for and participating can create lasting memories for everyone, reinforcing the true spirit of the season.
As the holidays approach, consider the positive impact that joining a holiday parade could have on your organization. Help spread holiday cheer and bring our vibrant communities together by participating in this joyful celebration!
Festive Holiday Community Parades:
Rialto’s Holiday Festival & Parade, Saturday, December 2.
Parade starts @5:30PM on Rialto & Willow Ave. The Festival @5:30PM – 9:30PM @ Rialto Civic Center. FMI: 909-421-4949
For participation information: https://www.yourrialto.com/421/Special-Events
Calimesa Chamber of Commerce-Get Your Lights On Calimesa Christmas Parade, Saturday, December 2.
Parade starts @5:00PM on Calimesa Blvd between Avenue K and Myrtlewood Drive. FMI: 909-795-9801.
Participation Form: https://form.jotform.com/83316774740158
Annual Holiday Light Parade in Beaumont, Saturday, December 14.
The parade begins @ 5:00PM at the intersection of 10th Street & Beaumont Avenue. FMI: https://www.beaumontca.gov/1021/Blizzard-Bash-Holiday-Light-Parade 951-769-8524.
Parade Entry Application: https://www.beaumontca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/37239/Holiday-Light-Parade-Application For questions regarding parade participation, please contact the Beaumont Parks and Recreation Department at (951)769-8524.
The Lighted Christmas Parade, Saturday, December 7 in downtown Redlands.
The city of Redlands and the Redlands Kiwanis Club. The parade starts @ 6:00PM. FMI: 909-748-0637 or https://www.redlandsparade.com/
Applications for entry: A small fee is required based on the organizational unit. Commercial/Business: $50, Community Organizations/Non-Profits: $35, Scouting groups: $10. Proceeds of the parade benefit kids and community organizations through the Kiwanis Club of Redlands. Applications for a parade entry may be submitted through www.redlandsparade.com
The 12th Annual Community Ho Ho Parade in San Bernardino.
There are different routes every day, Monday, December 9 through Thursday, Decemer 12th. FMI: https://www.hohoparade.com/routes
Vehicle Application Form: https://www.hohoparade.com/vehicle-application-form
City of Fontana Annual Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 14.
The parade is from 8:00AM until 1:30PM and this year’s theme is Ugly Sweater. FMI: https://www.pvca.org/event/city-of-fontana-annual-christmas-parade/
Parade Entry: All applications must be in by Wednesday, November 27th. https://exchangecluboffontana.org/fontana-christmas-parade-2024/
Chino Youth Christmas Parade & Fair on Saturday, December 14.
Parade start time & route: 9:00AM | Monte Vista Avenue to Civic Center.
Parade Entry Application: https://www.cityofchino.org/DocumentCenter/View/5236/Parade-Entry-Application-2024-fillable-1?bidId=
City of Ontario Holiday Light Parade & Tree Lighting on Saturday, December 7 @6:30PM
Along Euclid Ave. from Fourth St. to B St. FMI: https://www.ontarioca.gov/HolidayLightParade or 909-395-2020
Parade entries include Vehicles, large vehicles, Floats, Walking Groups, and Marching Bands. FMI, please call the Armstrong Community Center at 909-395-2020.
Norco Christmas Parade of Lights on December 14 @5:00PM.
FMI: https://www.norco.ca.us/events-attractions/community-events/christmas-festival-parade-of-lights or 951-270-5632
Participation Entry Form: https://www.norco.ca.us/home/showpublisheddocument/2008/638602750253770000
Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade on December 7 @ 5:45PM
Downtown along Palm Canyon Drive. https://psfestivaloflights.com/ or 760-323-8272
Parade Applications: https://psfestivaloflights.com/
