Date: Saturday, December 5, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Begins at Everett Meredith Middle School, continues down South Broad Street, through Main Street, and concludes on South Scott Street
Get Ready for the Magic of the Season!
Kick off the holidays with Downtown Middletown's annual Holiday Spectacular Parade! This cherished community event is filled with festive floats, spirited marching bands, dazzling holiday performers, and, of course, a visit from Santa Claus himself. Join friends, family, and neighbors to celebrate the season with joy, music, and the warmth of holiday cheer.
Parade Highlights:
Family Fun: Bring the whole family for a delightful morning of holiday magic. Children and adults alike will love the colorful parade floats, characters, and local performers.
Live Performances: Watch special performances as parade groups stop at the Town Square at the four corners intersection. Performers will dazzle the crowd with festive acts and music, adding an extra sparkle to the festivities.
Santa’s Grand Entrance: No holiday parade would be complete without Santa! Be on the lookout for the big man in red as he arrives in style to spread holiday joy to all.
Where to Watch: The parade route runs along South Broad Street and turns onto West Main Street, ending at South Scott Street. Spectators are welcome to line up along these streets for a prime view of the parade and the special performances at Town Square.
Tips for a Great Experience:
Arrive Early: Streets fill up quickly, so come early to grab a good spot along the parade route.
Dress Warmly: It’s December, so make sure to bundle up!
Stay Safe: Please be mindful of barriers and respect the guidance of event and safety personnel to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone.
Interested in joining the fun? Parade participants are welcome to register here. (Link to the participant sign-up page)
LIGHTS · GARLAND · HOLIDAY CHEER
Businesses and families are invited to decorate a lamp post and help transform Main Street for the holiday season.
Saturday, November 7, 2026–Thursday, November 26, 2026 · East and West Main Street
Choose a Lamp Post & Register
Choose your post, finish your display by the confirmed deadline, and invite the community to enjoy the downtown decorations.
Decorating begins on this date. Select and register for a lamp post before getting started.
Displays must be complete by this date so Downtown Middletown is ready for the holiday season.
Online community voting begins on this date.
The contest is open to local businesses and families, with lamp posts available along East and West Main Street in Downtown Middletown.
Use the official lamp post registration page to review the current list and choose your first and second choices.
Plan a festive outdoor display that stays within the confirmed size limits and can be maintained through the season.
Each entrant purchases and maintains their own decorations. Review every current participation detail on the official event page before decorating.
local businesses and families may participate.
Choose two different available lamp posts using both the side and number. Choices are requests, not reservations, and require confirmation; a business directly in front of a post receives first choice for that location.
Use the official lamp post registration page. Its existing URL contains “2025,” but the page itself is currently titled for 2026.
Choose a lamp post, decorate between November 7 and November 26, and help Downtown Middletown glow.
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