Illustration of Santa waving from a log cabin porch in a snowy forest with a lantern path leading families to him (Parade of Lights)
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Parade of Lights

Kick off the holiday season with the Corning Parade of Lights. Spectators can watch dozens of illuminated floats, marching bands, and Santa Claus make their way down historic Market Street.

Sat, Nov 28, 2026 All ages

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Plan Your Visit

Neighborhood

Downtown Corning

Location

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Market Street · Corning, NY 14830 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and holiday parade fans

Vibe

Festive and lively

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Dress warmly and find a spot along historic Market Street to watch the illuminated floats, marching bands and Santa Claus go by.
  • Make a day of it in Corning, since horse and carriage rides start on parade day and Pictures with Santa run in Centerway Square.
  • Come back for Sparkle on December 5, when Market Street closes to traffic for horse-drawn wagon rides, live entertainment, holiday shopping and the Christmas tree lighting.

Links & Contact

Run by Gaffer District

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Frequently Asked Questions

What will I see at the Parade of Lights?

Dozens of illuminated floats, marching bands and Santa Claus make their way down historic Market Street.

What other holiday events are in Corning's Gaffer District?

Pictures with Santa run in Centerway Square through the season, and horse and carriage rides start on parade day. Sparkle follows on December 5, when Market Street closes to traffic for horse-drawn wagon rides, live entertainment, holiday shopping and the Christmas tree lighting.

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