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Celebrate the magic of the season—and 250 years of America—at this year’s Emporia Christmas Parade! Our 2026 theme, “250 Years Under the Christmas Tree,” brings a patriotic twist to one of Emporia’s favorite holiday traditions as we celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a little extra red, white, blue…and Christmas sparkle.

Gather your family and friends, bundle up, and head downtown for an evening filled with dazzling floats, twinkling lights, holiday cheer and, of course, a special appearance from Santa himself. It’s a celebration 250 years in the making, and we can’t wait to share it with you!

Parade starts: 4^th & Commercial 

Parade ends: 12^th & Commercial 

Parade-goers can line up on either side of Commercial between 4^th and 12^th!