Christmas in Carrollton
Visitors can explore downtown shops and restaurants, drop a holiday wish list into a special mailbox for Santa, and view the Carrollton Christmas Parade. Children can work on festive crafts under the giant snowflake on the square and enjoy hot chocolate from the police trailer. The celebration also features live Christmas carols performed by local tuba players at the Amp.
What to Expect
Downtown holiday celebration featuring a themed parade, live carols, and crafts.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Carrollton
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
City of Carrollton
Food & Drink
Children can enjoy hot chocolate from the Carrollton Police trailer during the craft activities.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children and parade fans
Vibe
Festive and community-focused
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Christmas Crafts: 4 pm; Christmas Parade: 5:30 pm.
- Parking: Public Parking.
Tips & Advice
- Come before the parade so the kids can make crafts under the giant snowflake on Adamson Square and get hot chocolate from the police trailer.
- Have the kids write their wish lists ahead of time so they can drop them in Santa's special mailbox downtown.
- Bring folding chairs if you plan to watch the SEC Championship at the Amp, since seating there is bring-your-own.
- Don't count on candy from the floats, because parade rules don't allow participants to throw or hand out candy.
- Parade participants should load in from E. Center Street only, because entering the line-up from Bradley St. isn't allowed.
Special Events & Promotions
- 2026 parade theme: Christmas at the Movies.
- Tuba Christmas: tuba players from around the area perform traditional carols at the Amp.
- Merry Market the same Saturday by the Polar Pavilion at East Carrollton Park, with gift vendors, local artists and creators, skating and snacks.
- SEC Championship watch party at the Amp. Start time to be announced, so bring chairs.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there for kids to do?
Before the parade, Christmas Crafts are set up on Adamson Square under the giant snowflake. Kids can also get hot chocolate from the Carrollton Police trailer and drop their wish lists in Santa's special mailbox.
What's the parade theme this year?
The 2026 Carrollton Christmas Parade theme is Christmas at the Movies.
Where does the parade go?
It starts on Bradley St. near Minden Ave and heads north through Adamson Square. It then continues down Rome St. and ends at the Spring St. intersection by Neva Lomason Library.
Will parade floats throw candy?
No. Parade participants can't throw or hand out candy, confetti, flyers or promotional items.
How can my group be in the parade?
Fill out the Christmas Parade application. Each business or organization can bring up to two vehicles, and several large vehicle types aren't allowed. Participants must load in from E. Center Street only.
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