There are lots of Christmas parades in Austin going on around town, on land and water this holiday season! Check out our list and plan your spot on the parade route!
Austin
Lake Travis Lighted Boat Parade
December 2
Mark your calendars…The date is set for the 2023 Lake Travis Lighted Holiday Boat Parade!There are a few public places to watch the parade go by including Lakeway Resort and Spa on the south shore.
Bastrop
Lighted Christmas Parade
December 9
Don’t miss more than 130 entries – from fanciful floats to fire trucks, unicycles to vintage cars, dancing Honey Bears to dignitaries, from Santa’s helpers to the big man himself. Join us, December 9, for this annual parade. Produced by the City of Bastrop, this joyful Bastrop tradition literally lights up the Bastrop Lost Pines Christmas festivities. The parade begins at dusk (approximately 6:00 p.m.) and will head south down Main Street.
Georgetown
42nd Annual Christmas Stroll
December 2
Kerrville
Annual Holiday Lighted Parade and Courthouse Lighting Ceremony
November 18
The Holiday Lighted Parade will officially welcome the holiday season, and most importantly the arrival of Santa Claus riding in his signature fire truck. Grab your hot cocoa and join us for this annual downtown community tradition. Also, join us at Tranquility Island after the parade as Tranquility Island will be well lit for the holiday season.
Leander
Old Town Christmas Festival
December 2
The best way to kick off the holiday season is by shopping, dancing, singing, playing, eating and meeting Santa at the Old Town Christmas Festival! Start your stocking stuffing and present shopping while enjoying the most fun of the season!
The parade is done in partnership with the The City of Leander and The Leander Chamber of Commerce. The Leander Parks and Recreation department hosts and coordinates the parade.
Pflugerville
Pfestival of Lights and Christmas Parade
December 2
Main Street comes alive with the enchantment of the holiday season during the annual Pfestival of Lights. As dusk descends, the street transforms into a dazzling spectacle of color and light.
The air is filled with the joyful sounds of carolers and the laughter of families enjoying the festivities. The highlight is the Christmas parade that winds its way down Main Street with floats adorned with glittering lights and festive decorations.