Illustration of a marching band in red coats leading a night parade of lit floats along a main street (City of Warner Robins Christmas Parade)
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City of Warner Robins Christmas Parade

Spectators can line the streets to watch vibrant marching units, decorated floats, and community vehicle clubs celebrate the holiday season with a patriotic twist. Marching bands and drill teams provide live music and performances along the route. The procession travels from South Davis Drive toward the intersection of Watson Boulevard and Houston Road, culminating with an appearance by Santa Claus.

Sat, Dec 5, 2026

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Parade participation fees: Schools are free; nonprofits participate by donation; commercial marching entries are $50; creative floats or vehicles are $100; non-commercial vehicle clubs are $100 plus an item donation per additional vehicle. Nonprofits, civic organizations, and car clubs are asked to consider donating a Walmart gift card of any amount in lieu of toy donations. Registration payment is required only for entries in the listed fee categories. Refunds: full refund until November 1, 2026; after that, a partial refund less a $25 processing fee is available until November 13, 2026; no refunds after November 13, 2026. These are participation fees, not public admission prices.

Hours

10:00 a.m.

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and holiday parade fans

Vibe

Festive and patriotic

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Tips & Advice

  • Submit a complete entry application before the registration deadline, since incomplete submissions will not be considered.
  • Choose a parade-unit category carefully and include all walkers; units with both a vehicle and walking participants must register both.
  • Appoint a Unit Safety Officer who is not the driver, and have that officer attend one mandatory safety briefing.
  • Finish float construction before arriving at the assembly area, where significant construction is not permitted.
  • Prepare for a possible weather rescheduling by confirming that your organization can participate on the rain-date option.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Schools enter free; nonprofit entries participate by donation.
  • The parade has a patriotic “Dreaming of a Red, White, and Blue Christmas” theme this year.
  • Participating nonprofits, civic organizations, and car clubs are asked to consider donating Walmart gift cards to Shop with a Cop in lieu of toy donations.
  • Unit Safety Officers and/or drivers must attend one of two safety briefings on November 19.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can an organization enter the parade?

Submit a complete application by the registration deadline. Incomplete applications will not be considered, and accepted entries receive confirmation after applications are reviewed.

What kinds of parade entries are allowed?

Entries include marching or walking units, creative floats or vehicles, and vehicle clubs. Marching units must feature costume, drill or performance displays.

What safety steps must each parade unit take?

Each unit must appoint a Unit Safety Officer, who must attend one of the mandatory safety briefings. The unit’s driver cannot serve as its Safety Officer.

What are the rules for floats and vehicles?

Floats must be stable and self-supporting; trailers are subject to a length limit unless otherwise approved. Vehicle clubs may include up to 25 units per application.

What happens if the parade is postponed because of weather?

If significant rain or hazardous weather requires a postponement, the parade may be rescheduled to December 12, 2026.

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