Apex Rotary Club Christmas Parade
The parade travels through downtown Apex, starting at Ambergate Station and The Peakway, continuing down Salem Street, and concluding on Upchurch Street. Spectators can watch registered floats, vehicles, walkers, and middle and high school marching bands. Candy is also handed out to children lined up along the route.
Sat, Dec 5, 2026 All ages
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Tickets
Parade entry costs: business/commercial entry $350; non-profit groups $150; K-12 based non-profit groups $75. No spectator admission price is stated.
Hours
Starting at 5:00 PM.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Bring the kids out to the curb along Salem Street, because candy is handed out to children lined up along the route.
- Entrants should measure their vehicle or trailer mirror to mirror before parade day, because anything wider than 9 feet will be turned away.
- Groups hoping to join should register as early as possible, because spots are limited and the parade fills up quickly.
- Think about adding a candy donation on the registration page, which helps the Rotary Club buy the candy for kids along the route.
- Dress warmly and bring layers, because you'll be standing outside along the route on an early December evening.
Special Events & Promotions
- New this year: entries are limited to a 9-foot maximum vehicle or trailer width because of downtown roadway limits.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
What will we see in the parade?
Floats, vehicles and walkers from local businesses, nonprofits and school groups, plus invited middle and high school marching bands.
Will there be candy for the kids?
Yes. Candy is handed out to kids along the route. The Rotary Club buys it with donations, and you can donate when you register.
How can my group be in the parade?
Register online. There are entry levels for businesses, nonprofits and K-12 nonprofit groups. Each entry gets one vehicle or trailer, and walkers are included. Spots are limited and fill up fast.
Are there size limits for parade entries?
Yes, and it's new this year. Because of roadway limits downtown, vehicles and trailers can be no wider than 9 feet, measured mirror to mirror or at the trailer's widest point. Anything wider is turned away.
Where do the parade proceeds go?
This year the money goes to Western Wake Crisis Ministry. To honor Apex Police and Fire, it also supports the Special Olympics NC Torch Run and the North Carolina Jaycee Burn Center.
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