82nd Annual Raleigh Christmas Parade

Name: 82nd Annual Raleigh Christmas Parade
Start: 2026-11-21T09:30:00-05:00
End: 2026-11-21T12:30:00-05:00
Location: Hillsborough Street

Sat, Nov 21 · 9:30 AM–12:30 PM

Hillsborough Street · Raleigh · Glenwood South

Festival

The downtown parade features marching bands, giant balloons, dancers, floats and local performers.

Event website · Checked 2026-11-15

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