Memphis Holiday Parade
Spectators can find viewing spots along Beale Street to watch marching bands, steppers, twirlers, and festive floats. Visitors can also shop for unique gifts and handmade goods from over 30 independent vendors at the holiday market in Handy Park.
Sat, Dec 12, 2026
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Plan Your Visit
Ages
All ages before 8 PM, 21+ after 8 PM or with guardian
Neighborhood
Downtown Memphis
Food & Drink
Beale Street restaurants offer a place to grab a bite after the parade; the event page does not identify specific food or drinks.
Parking
Thousands of spaces sit within 100 yards of Beale Street, including the secured 250 Peabody Place Parking Garage near Fourth Street and Rufus Thomas Boulevard.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Park at the 250 Peabody Place Parking Garage near Fourth Street and Rufus Thomas Boulevard, which is secured, plentiful and just feet off Beale Street.
- Get there early to scope out a parade-viewing spot along Beale Street before the marching bands, steppers and floats come through.
- Leave knives and any other weapons at home, because they are not allowed on Beale Street and bags may be searched at screening points.
- Bring a parent or guardian along with anyone under 21, since they must be accompanied on Beale Street during designated special events and in the evening.
- Save time to browse the Handy Park holiday market, where over 30 independent vendors sell unique gifts and handmade goods for last-minute shopping.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
What will I see in the parade?
Marching bands, steppers, twirlers and festive floats come down Beale Street.
What can I shop for at the holiday market?
The market in Handy Park has over 30 independent vendors selling unique gifts and handmade goods. It's a good place for last-minute gifts.
Where can we eat after the parade?
Beale Street has plenty of restaurants. Grab a bite at one of them once the parade and market are done.
Where should I park?
Thousands of parking spaces sit within 100 yards of Beale Street. The 250 Peabody Place Parking Garage near Fourth Street and Rufus Thomas Boulevard is secured, plentiful and just feet off Beale.
Are there age or security rules on Beale Street?
During designated special events and in the evening, anyone under 21 must be with a parent or legal guardian. Knives, guns and other weapons are not allowed, and bags may be searched when screening points are running.
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