Lowell Annual Night-Time Santa Parade
Spectators line the streets of downtown Lowell to watch an evening holiday procession that steps off from South Broadway Street and proceeds east toward the Lowell United Methodist Church. Floats, community organizations, and festive entries celebrate the season under the theme 'Christmas on the Farm.' Visitors can watch Santa Claus make his parade appearance and explore the nearby shops and Social District.
What to Expect
Features illuminated community floats themed around 'Christmas on the Farm.'
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and local community members
Vibe
Festive and community-focused
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
Moderate
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: Starts at 6 PM.
- Parking: No parking on Main Street after 4 PM. Parade line-up is at Recreation Park (former fairgrounds) from 4:45 -5:45 PM. Main Street closes at 5:45 PM from Hudson/Main to Jackson/Main. The page advises arriving early.
Tips & Advice
- Arrive early, since Main Street closes between Hudson and Jackson, from Shell to the Methodist Church, shortly before the parade begins.
- Don't park on Main Street that afternoon, because it's kept clear so all the kids along the route get a good view.
- Dress warmly if you visit Santa on the Showboat, because the line is outdoors and can close early when it gets long.
- Make the pancake supper your dinner stop, since it benefits Lowell's Open Table and offers photos with Santa before the parade.
- At the live nativity, talk with all five costumed characters and hear their stories to earn a free donut and hot chocolate.
Special Events & Promotions
- Santa visits on the Lowell Showboat VI on parade day, with hot cocoa and cookies in the Chamber.
- Pancake supper benefiting Lowell's Open Table, with Santa photos before the parade.
- Live nativity at Heidi's Farmstand: talk with all 5 characters to earn a free donut and hot chocolate.
- 40th Annual Fine Art & Makers Market at Lowell High School, free for ages 17 and under.
- Rudolph's Craft Workshop in the Chamber with holiday crafts from Curiosity Corner Preschool.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the theme this year?
The 2026 theme is "Christmas on the Farm."
What route does the parade take?
It steps off from S Broadway St and heads east on Main Street. It ends at the Lowell United Methodist Church.
What else is going on that day?
There's Christmas shopping all over historic Lowell. You'll also find Santa visits on the Lowell Showboat VI, the 40th Annual Fine Art & Makers Market at Lowell High School, a library book sale, a live nativity at Heidi's Farmstand, Rudolph's Craft Workshop, and a pancake supper.
Where can we eat before the parade?
The pancake supper at the First Congregational Church of Lowell raises money for Lowell's Open Table, and you can get photos with Santa there before the parade. The Social District and downtown shops are open too.
How do I enter a float?
You can download the parade rules and PDF application or apply through Google Forms. On parade day, entries line up at Recreation Park, the former fairgrounds.
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