The 96th Annual Downtown Fresno Christmas Parade
Presented by Mid Valley Disposal
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
Find more helpful tips and details below.
Vote for your favorite parade entry!
See who's in the parade and vote YAY! on your favorite entry. You may vote "Yay" for multiple units. Voting opens when the parade starts at 6:30 pm on Saturday, December 13, 2025! The group with the most yay's wins $250!
Christmas Parade Business Guide
The Christmas Parade is magical. But the fun doesn’t stop there! Discover local spots open for food, drinks, and holiday shopping.
✨ Check out our Christmas Parade Business Guide and make it a night to remember!✨
Christmas Parade
Specials & More
Tioga-Sequoia Beer Garden
745 Fulton St. Fresno, CA 93721
Hours: 5 - 10 pm
Tiogaland is BACK — Christmas Edition! 🎅 We’re turning the Beer Garden into a holiday wonderland Saturday December 13 — the perfect stop before and after the Downtown Fresno Christmas Parade!
We'll have a limited Tiogaland merch release, themed food from local vendors, character meet and greets and so much more! Soak up the Christmas spirit Tioga-style. 🍺🎁
Watch the Parade from Warnors Theater
1400 Fulton St, Fresno, CA 93721
Hours: 5 - 9 pm
Decorated in lights and holiday themed decor, get the perfect seat to the Downtown Fresno Christmas Parade at Warnors Theater! Concession stand with snacks and refreshments for sale along with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (alcoholic beverages must remain within the Warnors Center property).
On a Roll Sushi
1306 Van Ness Ave, Fresno, CA 93721
Hours: 12 - 8 pm
Join us before the Christmas Parade for fresh sushi, ice-cold drinks, and holiday vibes! We’re just ONE BLOCK AWAY, so fuel up, relax, and get in the spirit before the festivities begin!
See more specials and open businesses!
Disney On Ice presents Let’s Dance
Selland Arena | Jan 29 - Feb 1, 2026
Join DJ Mickey as he and his friends take turns on the DJ table! Save the date for magical memories with your family and friends. See your favorite Disney friends from Wish, Frozen 2, The Lion King, The Little Mermaid and Moana when Disney On Ice presents Let’s Dance! skates into Fresno!
Up to 25% OFF Select Seats!
Unlock Code: DJ25
Valid thru 12/31/25 11:59PM
*Restrictions and exclusions may apply.
Get your tickets now!
Helpful Tips & Details
Announcer Stations
Looking for the best place to watch the parade? We encourage you to sit near one of the FOUR announcer stations. Each station will have a lit live announcer on a sound system so you can hear and see all the parade action.
Announcer Stations Locations:
Corner of Fulton St and Inyo St - Parade Starting Point
Tioga-Sequoia Beer Garden
Announcer: Ray Ortiz, Voice of the Fresno Grizzlies
Fulton St and Tulare St
Announcer: ABC 30
Fulton St and Fresno St
Announcer: La Buena
Fulton St and Tuolumne St
Warnors Theater
Announcer: Q97
Explore Downtown
Found your seat. Now what? Looking for food or something hot to drink? Maybe you want to explore more of downtown after the parade?
Sushi, Mexican, Hot Chocolate, Ice Cream, Cocktails - even Chicken Tenders are easy to find. Find all the businesses open with hours and specials here!
Public Restrooms
There are three restrooms open for public use along the parade route.
- East side of Fulton St and Kern St
- West side of Fulton St and Tulare St
- East side of Fulton St and Merced St
Lose someone at the parade?
Head to the Announcer Station closest to you. Announcers can alert parade staff and the announcer station can act as a meeting point.
Parking
The following garages will be open to park. Please note: there will be a $10 fee to park in a parking garage. There may be fees for parking on the streets outside of the parade route.
Van Ness Garage #9
2020 Merced St Fresno, CA 93721
The Spiral Garage
801 Van Ness Ave Fresno, CA 93721
Van Ness / Tulare "Underground" Garage #8
1077 Van Ness Ave Fresno, CA 93721
City of Fresno "Congo Alley" Parking Garage #4
1919 Tulare St Fresno, CA 93721