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Echo Park Community Parade

Spectators gather along the parade route from Vin Scully Avenue to Park Avenue to celebrate the holiday season. The procession features local schools, organizations, elected officials, and Santa Claus.

What to Expect

Annual holiday parade running along Sunset Boulevard in historic Echo Park.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Echo Park

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Echo Park Community Parade Committee

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and community parade fans

Vibe

Festive and community-focused

Energy Level

Moderate

Budget

Free

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Location

Sunset Boulevard
Echo Park, CA

Know Before You Go

  • Parking: Sunset Boulevard and some adjoining intersections close to traffic from the morning until about the end of the parade, so park off the route.

Tips & Advice

  • The parade runs rain or shine, so bring an umbrella or a rain jacket if the forecast looks wet for Sunset Boulevard.
  • Sunset Boulevard and some nearby intersections close to traffic well before the parade starts, so check the closure map and plan your drive around it.
  • Find a spot anywhere along Sunset Boulevard between Vin Scully Avenue and Park Avenue, which is the full length of the parade route.
  • Schools, businesses and community groups that want to march can apply to the committee for a parade entry, and there is no charge to participate.
  • If you'd like to help put on the parade, apply on the volunteer page, since the committee has many roles to fill.

Quick Actions

Frequently Asked Questions

Can my school or organization march in the parade?

Yes. The committee takes parade entry applications from organizations, schools, elected officials, businesses and other groups. It's free for all participants.

How can I volunteer?

The parade committee is looking for community members to help put on the parade. There are many roles to fill, and you can apply on the parade's volunteer page.

What happens if it rains?

The parade goes ahead rain or shine.

Will roads be closed on parade day?

Yes. Sunset Boulevard and some adjoining intersections close to traffic from the morning until about the end of the parade. A closure map shows the details.

How can local businesses support the parade?

Ads and sponsorships make the parade possible. Businesses can sign up through the Sponsor the Parade page.

Tags

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Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team