Belleview Christmas Parade
Spectators gather along the route to watch a vibrant holiday procession of decorated floats, marching units, musical bands, and equestrian entries. Participating groups showcase artistic displays, animation, and festive choreography as they travel from Lake Lillian along SE 110th Street and US Highway 441/301 North. The holiday festivities conclude with an appearance on the official Santa Claus float.
What to Expect
Themed A Red, White, and Blue Christmas for America's 250th birthday.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Belleview Christmas Parade
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and fans of community parades
Vibe
Festive and patriotic
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: 2 PM.
- Parking: Parking is at the Lake Lillian community center parking lot; marching units are directed to park at Belleview Square and carpool to Lake Lillian.
Tips & Advice
- Don't count on catching candy, because nothing may be thrown or handed out from floats or by walkers along the parade route.
- Runners can join the inaugural TLC Jingle Jog 5K, which starts 30 minutes before the parade and finishes at the Lake Lillian pavilion.
- Wear red, white and blue to match this year's theme, A Red, White, and Blue Christmas, honoring America's 250th birthday.
- Groups entering the parade must attend one mandatory packet pickup meeting or send a representative, or they can't march and get no refund.
- Float entries should arrive early on parade day, because floats must be decorated and in position well before step-off, and late arrivals are removed.
Special Events & Promotions
- 2026 theme: "A Red, White, and Blue Christmas," in honor of America's 250th birthday
- New this year: the inaugural TLC Jingle Jog 5K, held 30 minutes before the parade, with proceeds going to Transitions Life Center
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What's this year's parade theme?
"A Red, White, and Blue Christmas," in honor of America's 250th birthday.
Will candy be thrown from the floats?
No. Nothing can be thrown or handed out from floats or by people walking the parade route.
What is the Jingle Jog?
The TLC Jingle Jog is a new 5K run held 30 minutes before the parade. Runners go down Abshire Boulevard and through the neighborhood off 110th Street, finishing at the Lake Lillian pavilion. All proceeds go to Transitions Life Center.
What will we see in the parade?
Decorated floats, bands, marching units and costumed horse units, with judging at a reviewing stand along the route. The official Santa Claus float is the only entry with Santa.
How can my group be in the parade?
Applications for 2026 are open. Every entry must attend one mandatory packet pickup meeting or send a representative. Anyone who doesn't can't take part and won't get a refund.
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