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Holiday parades are a tradition that really bring out the best of the season here in North Carolina.
Whether you’re in a big city or a small town, there’s something special about gathering with friends and family to watch the streets come alive with festive floats, marching bands, and, of course, Santa himself. These parades aren’t just about the floats—they’re about the feeling of community and the simple joy of celebrating the season together.
From the mountains to the coast, North Carolina’s holiday parades offer something for everyone. Check out our list of some of parades across the state, and get ready to make some holiday memories!
New Bern Christmas Parade
Date: Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, at 10:00 a.m.
Parade Route: Downtown New Bern.
Greensboro Holiday Parade
Date: Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, at 12:00 p.m.
Parade Route: North Elm Street at East Lindsay in downtown Greensboro, continuing onto East Market Street and ending at North Church Street near the Greensboro Public Library.
Blowing Rock Christmas Parade
Date: Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at 10:00 a.m.
Parade Route: Main Street in downtown Blowing Rock.
Bear Grass Christmas Parade
Date: Saturday, December 14 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Parade Route: Downtown Bear Grass nearby the Bear Grass Charter School.
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Bryson City 50th Annual Christmas Parade
Date: Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, at 2:00 p.m.
Parade Route: Downtown Bryson City.
Rural Hall Christmas Parade
Date: Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Parade Route: Bethania Rural Hall Rd. in Rural Hall.
Asheboro Christmas Parade
Date: Friday, Dec. 6, 2024, 7:00 p.m.
Parade Route: Sunset Avenue to Fayetteville Street, ending at Kivett Street in downtown Asheboro.
Elizabeth City Christmas Parade
Date: Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024, at 5:00 p.m.
Parade Route: Westover Street by Enfield Ballpark, east on Ehringhaus, north on Road Street, east on Main, ending at Waterfront Park.
Eden Christmas Parade
Date: Friday, Nov. 29, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.
Parade Route: Washington Street in uptown Eden.
Hyde County Christmas Parade (Swan Quarter)
Date: Saturday, Dec. 12 at 4:00 p.m.
Parade Route: Main Street in Swan Quarter, NC.
Bath Christmas Parade
Date: Sunday, Dec. 1 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Parade Route: Downtown Bath.
Randleman Christmas Parade
Date: Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024, at 7:00 p.m.
Parade Route: Main Street in Randleman between Swain Street and High Point Street.
Boone Christmas Parade
Date: Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, at 2:00 p.m.
Parade Route: East on King Street through downtown Boone.
Morganton Christmas Parade
Date: Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.
Parade Route: B W. Union Street in Morganton.
Sparta Christmas Parade
Date: Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at 2:00 p.m.
Parade Route: Main Street in Sparta.
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