Rochester Area Hometown Christmas Parade
Spectators line Rochester Road to watch Michigan's largest Christmas parade travel along a one-and-a-half-mile route. The procession showcases over 100 entries, including community groups, marching bands, and floats. The parade concludes with an appearance from Santa and Mrs. Claus on the final float.
What to Expect
Michigan's largest Christmas parade featuring over 100 entries and floats.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Downtown Rochester
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Rochester Regional Chamber Foundation
Food & Drink
Goodies are offered at the Community Afterglow Party; no specific food or drinks are listed.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and fans of community parades
Vibe
Festive and community-minded
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: 2:00 pm.
- Parking: The page directs visitors to the city website to plan parking and suggests the East Parking Platform Garage at 415 East Street and the West Parking Platform Garage at 414 Walnut Blvd.
Tips & Advice
- Arrive early and find your spot along Rochester Road, because local road closures start an hour before the parade begins.
- Park in the East or West Parking Platform garage downtown, or in one of the city's free lots, before the roads close.
- Stay until the end, because the final float, donated by Bordine's Nursery, carries Santa and Mrs. Claus down Rochester Road.
- Bring your own camera to the Community Afterglow Party at Bordine's Nursery, where Santa and Mrs. Claus pose for more pictures and hand out goodies.
- If you can't make it in person, watch the recording on Rochester Hills cable TV during December or on the Chamber's YouTube channel.
Special Events & Promotions
- This year's theme is Winter Wonderland Wishes.
- Community Afterglow Party after the parade at Bordine's Nursery, 1835 S. Rochester Road, with Santa and Mrs. Claus, more pictures (bring your own camera) and goodies.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Where along the route can I watch?
The parade starts at the corner of Tienken and Rochester Road. You can watch in person anywhere along Rochester Road from Tienken to 3rd Street.
Where should I park?
The suggested spots downtown are the East Parking Platform Garage at 415 East Street and the West Parking Platform Garage at 414 Walnut Blvd. The City of Rochester also has several free lots downtown.
What will I see in the parade?
More than 100 entries march the one-and-a-half-mile route, including floats, marching bands and community groups. The last float, donated by Bordine's Nursery, carries Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Can I watch from home?
Yes. Rochester Hills TV airs a recording of the parade throughout December on WOW Channel 10, Comcast Channel 20 and AT&T U-verse Channel 99. The recording is also on the Chamber's YouTube channel.
How can my group or business take part?
The 2026 parade participant application and the 2026 sponsorship opportunities are both coming soon from the Rochester Regional Chamber Foundation.
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