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Ridgeland Christmas Parade

Spectators can watch an old-fashioned holiday parade led by Ridgeland Mayor McGee and City Aldermen through the Old Town neighborhood. The procession features marching bands, local businesses, and community organizations celebrating a Winter Wonderland theme. The square route travels through Maple Street, Jackson Street, and Sunnybrook Road.

What to Expect

Old-fashioned holiday procession featuring a Winter Wonderland theme through Old Town.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Old Town Ridgeland

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

City of Ridgeland Recreation and Parks Department

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families and fans of community parades

Vibe

Festive and old-fashioned

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Location

Old Town Ridgeland
205 Sunnybrook Rd, Ridgeland, MS 39157
Ridgeland, MS

Know Before You Go

  • Hours: 6:00 p.m.

Tips & Advice

  • Pick a spot on Maple Street, Jackson Street or Sunnybrook Road, because the square route through Old Town passes along all three.
  • Come out the night before as well for the Christmas Tree Lighting at the Plaza at Old Town Crossing, with music, dance performances and photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
  • Dress warmly, because this is an evening parade and you'll be standing outside along the Old Town streets the whole time.
  • Look for the Winter Wonderland theme this year as the bands, local businesses and community organizations come through Old Town behind the Mayor and Aldermen.

Special Events & Promotions

  • This year's parade theme is Winter Wonderland.

Quick Actions

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the parade theme this year?

This year's theme is Winter Wonderland.

Who's in the parade?

Mayor McGee and the City Aldermen lead the parade. Bands, local businesses and other community organizations follow them.

Which streets does the route use?

The route makes a square through the Old Town neighborhood on Maple Street, Jackson Street and Sunnybrook Road. It starts and ends at Holmes Community College Ridgeland.

Is anything else going on around the parade?

The Christmas Tree Lighting is the night before at the Plaza at Old Town Crossing. It has Christmas music, dance performances, photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and a countdown to the lighting.

Tags

Christmas paradecommunity celebrationfamily friendlyholiday traditionfestive atmosphere

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Contributors & Updates

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