Illustration of Santa in a knitted red suit in a wooden armchair as two small children show him paper lists by a fireplace (Main Street Texarkana Christmas Parade)
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Main Street Texarkana Christmas Parade

Thousands of spectators gather along downtown streets to watch an all-electric evening parade featuring illuminated floats, marching bands, and community groups decorated around the theme 'Home for the Holidays.' Entrants entertain the crowd with creative costumes, lights, and performances, handing out items like candy, beads, and toys along the way. The festive procession wraps up with Santa Claus making his traditional appearance at the end of the parade.

Mon, Dec 7, 2026 All ages

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Tickets

Participant entry registration: Non-Profit / Non-Commercial / School Groups Entry $35; Commercial / For-Profit Groups Entry $45. The marching-band fee is waived for 2026, subject to the stated paper-application requirements. No spectator admission price is stated.

Hours

7:00 p.m.

Neighborhood

Downtown

Location

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Downtown Texarkana · Texarkana, TX 75501 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children and holiday parade fans

Vibe

Bright, festive, communal

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • If you are entering the parade, decorate your entry to the theme and make sure it is lighted to meet the entry rules.
  • Marching bands should submit a paper application by the stated deadline to qualify for the 2026 fee waiver.
  • Parade participants can hand out candy, beads or toys, but should not throw anything into the crowd.
  • Avoid Santa suits and life-size Santa depictions on parade entries; those are not permitted.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Early-bird registration is available for parade entrants through November 9.
  • Marching-band entry fees are waived for 2026 if the required paper application is submitted by the deadline.
  • All parade entries must be lighted; the 2026 parade is described as all-electric.
  • Santa appears at the end of the parade.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can spectators expect to see?

The all-electric parade features lighted entries, floats, performances and community groups, with Santa at the end.

Is the parade suitable for children and families?

Yes. The parade is intended for families and children, and thousands of spectators line the downtown streets.

Can parade participants hand things out to spectators?

Participants may hand out candy, beads or toys, but nothing may be thrown.

What rules apply to parade entries?

Every entry must be lighted and should follow the “Home for the Holidays” theme. Santa suits and life-size depictions of Santa are not allowed on entries.

How can marching bands receive the 2026 entry-fee waiver?

Bands must submit a paper application; it must be received by November 13, 2026. Applications can be picked up at the Perot Theater or requested by email, then printed and returned or mailed.

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