Illustration of a santa visit scene (Talbot Street Parade)
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Talbot Street Parade

Spectators gather along the street to watch a traditional Christmas procession featuring marching bands, antique cars and boats, fire engines, horses, kazoo bands, and llamas. Along with the parade entries, onlookers might even catch sight of a penny farthing. The event finishes with a grand appearance by Santa and Mrs. Claus.

What to Expect

The largest holiday parade on the Eastern Shore.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Christmas in St. Michaels

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and christmas parade fans

Vibe

Festive and community-minded

Energy Level

Moderate

Budget

Free

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Location

Talbot Street
St. Michaels, MD
21663

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: Free event.
  • Hours: 10:30am.
  • Parking: Talbot Street will be closed to vehicular traffic, except sleighs, from 10:15am until noon, from Seymour Avenue to Perry Cabin.

Tips & Advice

  • Get there early on Saturday morning to claim a good spot along the route of the largest holiday parade on the Eastern Shore.
  • Bring a lawn chair to sit on and a funny hat to wear while you watch the bands, horses and llamas go by.
  • If you're driving, plan around the closure of Talbot Street between Seymour Avenue and Perry Cabin during the parade.
  • Dress for the weather, because the parade goes ahead rain or shine and only lightning can stop Santa from coming.
  • Stay until the very end, when Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive to close out the parade.

Quick Actions

Frequently Asked Questions

What will we see in the parade?

Marching bands, antique cars and boats, fire engines, horses, kazoo bands and llamas, and maybe a penny farthing. Santa and Mrs. Claus close out the parade.

What happens if it rains?

The parade goes ahead rain or shine. Only lightning can stop Santa from coming.

What should I bring?

A lawn chair and a funny hat.

How do we get a good spot?

Come early on Saturday morning and set up along the route.

Will the roads be closed?

Yes. Talbot Street is closed to traffic from Seymour Avenue to Perry Cabin during the parade.

Tags

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