Chilliwack Rotary Christmas Parade
Spectators can gather along the route through Chilliwack to watch holiday-themed floats, motorized vehicles, and parade walkers. Select indoor venues along the route offer public restrooms and hot chocolate for visitors. An online livestream is also provided for anyone unable to attend the event in person.
What to Expect
Community holiday parade featuring floats, walkers, and an online livestream.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Chilliwack
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Rotary Clubs of Chilliwack and City of Chilliwack
Food & Drink
Hot chocolate is available indoors at three locations along the parade route; no other food or drink is specified.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and local parade fans
Vibe
Festive and communal
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: 5:30pm.
- Parking: Parking in the area is extremely limited; participants are advised to carpool, use transit, or arrange drop-off.
- Accessibility: A handicapped portable outhouse is located beside the BIA office at 5 Corners on Young.
Tips & Advice
- Arrive early if you're watching in person, because finding a good spot along the parade route goes better with time to spare.
- Agree with your kids on the lost child check-ins ahead of time: the Commentator Stage at the Clock Tower, or inside Chilliwack Secondary.
- Warm up at Chilliwack Community Services, The Vineyard Community Center or College Street Victory Church, which offer indoor bathrooms and hot chocolate.
- Dress warmly and bring something bright for the kids, since the parade runs after dark with people and vehicles moving around.
- Register a float or walking group early, because entries close November 21 or sooner if the parade reaches capacity.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are the washrooms along the route?
Portable outhouses are at the Canada Post entrance at Yale and Nowell, beside the BIA office at Five Corners on Young (accessible), and at Wellington and College. There are also washrooms at Central Community Park and Chilliwack Senior Secondary. Chilliwack Community Services, The Vineyard Community Center and College Street Victory Church have indoor bathrooms and hot chocolate.
What should I do if my child gets lost?
Near downtown Five Corners, check in at the Commentator Stage at the Clock Tower. There is also a check-in point inside Chilliwack Secondary. RCMP officers patrol the route, know the lost child protocol and can help.
Can I watch the parade online?
Yes. G.W. Graham Secondary School provides a livestream for anyone who can't attend in person.
How do I enter a float or group in the parade?
Submit a registration application. Once the committee reviews it, you get an invoice for the entry fee. Registration closes November 21, 2026, or sooner if the parade fills up. Entries must have a Christmas theme, and the main contact must attend a mandatory orientation session at Chilliwack Secondary School.
Where do parade participants park?
Signs at the school show where to leave non-parade vehicles. Parking is extremely limited, so carpool, take transit or have someone drop you off.
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