Piqua Holiday Horse Parade
Spectators can watch an all-horse procession featuring riders, hitches, and carriages outfitted with glowing holiday lights. The parade travels through downtown streets framed by festive banners and decorated street trees. Visitors can also gather near the announcer's stand at Main and Ash Streets to hear commentary throughout the evening.
What to Expect
All-horse holiday parade featuring illuminated carriages, hitches, and riders.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Piqua
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Miami County Visitors & Convention Bureau
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and holiday parade fans
Vibe
Festive and family-friendly
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: 7 p.m.
Tips & Advice
- Bring a lawn chair and a blanket so you can settle in comfortably along the route for the whole evening parade.
- Come early enough to catch the Magical Illumination tree lighting on the square, which takes place just before the parade begins.
- Arrive early to claim a good seat along the route, which loops from Greene Street to Caldwell, High, Market and back up Main.
- Set up near the announcer's stand at Main and Ash Streets if you want to hear commentary as the carriages, hitches and riders pass.
- Dress warmly, since you'll be sitting outdoors downtown for an evening parade in mid-November.
Special Events & Promotions
- Piqua's Magical Illumination tree lighting on the square takes place just before the parade starts.
- This year marks the 10th annual Downtown Piqua Holiday Horse Parade.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What will we see in the parade?
It's an all-horse parade. Carriages, hitches and riders are all decked out in holiday lights as they wind through downtown Piqua, past Christmas banners and decorated street trees.
What route does the parade take?
It lines up on East Greene Street and crosses North Main. It heads west to Caldwell, south to High, then east, with a jog onto Market Street at the Post Office. It comes back north on Main to Greene.
Is there commentary during the parade?
Yes. An announcer's stand is set up at the corner of Main and Ash Streets.
What should we bring?
Bring a lawn chair and a blanket, and come early to get a good seat.
How can my business ride in the parade?
Corporate sponsors get to ride in the parade. You can sign up as a 2026 sponsor through MainStreet Piqua at (937) 773-9355.
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