11th Annual Mix 96.9 VBC Huntsville Christmas Parade
Spectators gather through downtown Huntsville to watch an energetic procession featuring over 80 floats, animals, and marching bands. The festivities also include a Pre-Parade Party and VIP Viewing Area featuring holiday activities for the entire family and photo opportunities with Santa.
What to Expect
Features over 80 floats, animals, and marching bands.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Huntsville
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Mix 96.9 (WRSA-FM) and Von Braun Center
Food & Drink
Free food is included at the Pre-Parade Party and VIP Viewing Area.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children
Vibe
Festive and lively
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Parade admission is free.
- Hours: 6:00 pm.
Tips & Advice
- Arrive early to claim a curbside spot, because the VIP Viewing Area is the only official viewing area along the route.
- Watch for a WRSA live remote before parade day and donate a tangible item there to earn a ticket to the Pre-Parade Party.
- Follow @HSVChristmasParade on Facebook for parade announcements and details on getting into the Pre-Parade Party and VIP Viewing Area.
- Check the route map before you go: the parade heads south on Monroe Street from Holmes Avenue and ends near AM Booth's Lumberyard.
- If your group wants to enter a float, register early, because spots are limited and a panel reviews every registration.
Special Events & Promotions
- Pre-Parade Party and VIP Viewing Area with free food, family holiday activities and pictures with Santa; entry by ticket, earned by donating an item at a WRSA live remote before parade day
- New for 2026: Food City is the parade's presenting sponsor
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What will we see in the parade?
More than 80 floats, plus animals and marching bands.
Are there set viewing areas along the route?
No. The only official viewing area is the VIP Viewing Area. Arrive early for the best spots and check the route map and guidelines.
How do we get into the Pre-Parade Party and VIP Viewing Area?
Donate a tangible item to the chosen nonprofit during a WRSA live remote before parade day to get a ticket. The area has free food, family holiday activities and pictures with Santa. Space is limited.
How can my group enter a float?
Registration information is at mix969huntsville.com. Spots are limited and a panel reviews each registration, so register early. Three community judges score the floats on creativity, execution and theme.
Where can I get parade updates?
Follow @HSVChristmasParade on Facebook for announcements and news on Pre-Parade Party tickets.
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