The Annual Downtown Christmas Parade
The 96th Annual Downtown Fresno Christmas Parade in Downtown Fresno will be on Saturday, December 13, 2025!
For the first time ever our parade will be taking place at night, bringing a whole new magic and spark to Downtown Fresno!
Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
Kickoff Time: 6:30pm
Where: Fulton Street from Inyo to Calaveras
This year, participants are asked to LET IT GLOW! Help us create twinkling displays incorporating as many lights as possible into your floats, walking groups, car groups, and more.
Apply to participate in the link below. The deadline is November 3, 2025.
Volunteer applications for the Christmas Parade are also open! We could not do this event with our dedicated volunteers who help bring the holiday magic to Downtown.