Ocala Christmas Parade
Spectators can watch the holiday parade journey from the intersection of SE 25th Avenue and Ft. King Street along East Silver Springs Boulevard before concluding on NE 8th Avenue near Tuscawilla Park. Reserved bleacher seating is available at select parking lots along the parade route.
What to Expect
Celebrates with a patriotic Red, White, and Blue Christmas theme.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Friends of the Christmas Parade, Inc.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and local parade fans
Vibe
Festive and patriotic
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: $10 per person. There is a small service fee and proccessing fee included in the final cost at checkout. – Get tickets
- Hours: Saturday, December 12: 5:30 PM; Sunday, December 6: 2 PM. The page also says the parade starts promptly at 5:30.
Tips & Advice
- The parade starts promptly at 5:30 PM, so arrive early to settle along the route before it begins.
- For a reserved bleacher view, choose Save-A-Lot or Staples; tickets are $10 per person, plus service and processing fees.
- The ticket-purchase site opens closer to parade day, so check the bleacher page then if you want reserved seating.
- Review the City of Ocala Facebook post for road-closure details before driving near the route.
- If you're participating, attend one mandatory packet pickup meeting or send a representative; otherwise, you cannot participate and won't receive a refund.
Special Events & Promotions
- This year's theme is A Red, White, and Blue Christmas, in honor of America's 250th birthday.
- Reserved bleacher seats are sold separately at the Save-A-Lot and Staples parking lots, with ticket sales opening closer to parade day.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What's this year's theme?
A Red, White, and Blue Christmas, in honor of America's 250th birthday.
Can I reserve a seat?
Yes. Reserved bleacher seats are sold for two spots along the route: the Save-A-Lot parking lot and the Staples parking lot. Ticket sales open closer to parade day, and service and processing fees are added at checkout.
Will roads be closed?
Yes. The City of Ocala posts detailed road closure information on its Facebook page.
How can my group be in the parade?
Applications for 2026 are open. Every participant must attend one mandatory packet pickup meeting, on November 18 or November 21 at the OPD Community Room, or send a representative. Groups that miss it can't take part, and there are no refunds.
Who is the Grand Marshal?
This year's Grand Marshal hasn't been announced yet.
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