Illustration of a giant snowman balloon floating above a parade route with crowds waving (Lakeshore Holiday Parade)
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Lakeshore Holiday Parade

Spectators bundle up along downtown sidewalks to watch decorated floats, marching bands, trucks, and walkers pass by. The procession travels east along Washington Street before turning north onto Eighth Street toward the Rahr-West Art Museum. A designated two-block zone provides a comfortable viewing stretch free of sirens, loud music, and flashing lights.

Wed, Nov 25, 2026

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Plan Your Visit

Tickets

Free to watch; parade registration is free.

Hours

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Accessibility

The Sensory Sensitive Zone on Washington Street between South 14th and South 12th Streets has no lights, loud music or sirens.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and holiday parade fans

Vibe

Festive and community-minded

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Bundle up for the outdoor parade, and watch from sidewalks anywhere along the route while staying on or behind the curb.
  • For a quieter viewing spot, head to Washington Street between South 14th and South 12th Streets, where lights, loud music, and sirens are absent.
  • Arrive at the Rahr-West Art Museum between 4 and 5:30 p.m. to see Christmas in the Mansion and meet Santa before the parade.
  • If you cannot attend in person, listen on WOMT Radio at 1240 AM or 107.9 FM, or watch Visit Manitowoc's Facebook Live stream.
  • Be prepared for a possible cancellation: severe wind, snow, ice, or rain that threatens safety means the parade will not be rescheduled.

Special Events & Promotions

  • A Sensory Sensitive Zone is provided on Washington Street between South 14th and South 12th Streets.
  • People who cannot attend in person can follow a live radio broadcast.
  • People who cannot attend in person can watch a Facebook Live stream.

Links & Contact

Website / Tickets

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Frequently Asked Questions

What will I see along the parade route?

Floats, marching bands, trucks and walkers travel east on Washington Street, then north on Eighth Street toward the Rahr-West Art Museum.

Where can I watch the parade?

Watch from sidewalks anywhere along the route, staying on or behind the curb.

Is there a quieter viewing area?

A Sensory Sensitive Zone on Washington Street between South 14th and South 12th Streets has no lights, loud music or sirens.

What happens if severe weather affects safety?

The parade will be cancelled and not rescheduled if weather severely affects the safety of spectators and parade entries.

Can I follow the parade if I cannot attend in person?

A live radio broadcast is available on WOMT Radio, and Visit Manitowoc streams on Facebook Live.

Always check the official website for the most current information.

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