These 10 Christmas Parades in Tennessee offer a delightful mix of big-city celebrations and charming small-town fun! You will find both daytime and lighted evening parades to choose from.
1. Gatlinburg’s Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade
The 51st Gatlinburg Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade steps off at 7:30 p.m. December 4, 2026. Floats, balloons and marching bands fill the parade route that begins at Baskins Creek Bypass. All things considered, parade-goers are encouraged to arrive early as downtown parking is usually gone by 5 p.m.
2. Franklin’s Christmas Parade, One of 10 Christmas Parades in Tennessee
Always held the first Saturday in December (December 5, 2026), Franklin’s Christmas Parade winds through the heart of the historic downtown. Stepping off at 1 p.m. following the Christmas tree lighting, the parade celebrates the warmth, spirit, and togetherness that defines the community.
3. Goodlettsville Christmas Parade
The 2026 Goodlettsville Christmas Parade will take place on Saturday, December 5, at 4 p.m. Moreover, this year’s parade will reflect the theme, Dolly’s All-American Christmas. Proceeds from the parade registrations are donated to the Goodlettsville Help Center.
4. Sevierville Christmas Parade
Sevierville’s Annual Christmas Parade steps off Saturday, December 5, at 11 a.m. All things considered, you’ll find one of the best viewing spots on Court Avenue near the Sevier County Courthouse. All in all, this parade features pageant winners, baton twirlers, car groups, a marching band and more!
LaVergne Spirit of Christmas Parade
The LaVergne Spirit of Christmas Parade will be held Saturday, December 5, at 3 p.m. What’s more, the parade theme this year is The Spirit of Giving. First-, second- and third-place trophies will be presented for the best-decorated entries. In addition, the tree lighting ceremony and pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus will follow.
6. Red Bank Christmas Parade (Chattanooga area)
The Red Bank Christmas Parade will step off at 6 p.m. Saturday, December 12, 2026. Given that the parade and Christmas festival take place the same date, you’ll want to arrive early and stay late to enjoy vendors, food trucks and more.
7. Rocky Hill Christmas Parade (Knoxville)
The Annual Rocky Hill Christmas Parade welcomes holiday-goers Saturday, December 5, from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. While food trucks, live music and interactive storytelling open the festivities, the parade draws all eyes at 6 p.m. Following the parade, Santa will light the community Christmas tree.
8. Mt. Juliet Christmas Parade, One of 10 Christmas Parades in Tennessee
The theme for the 2026 Mt. Juliet Christmas Parade is A Holly Dolly Christmas, honoring the life, legacy and music of Dolly Parton. In summary, the parade will step off Saturday, December 12, at 11 a.m. from the West Wilson Middle School. What’s more, the rain date is Sunday, December 13.
9. Memphis Holiday Parade
The Memphis Holiday Parade will take place on Beale Street Saturday, December 12, 2026 (time TBD: https://bealestreet.com/events/memphis-holiday-parade). In brief, marching bands, twirlers, festive floats and more will ring in the holiday season. After the parade, you’re invited to grab a bite to eat at one of Beale Street’s many iconic restaurants. Indeed, you’ll find it a perfect way to round out an afternoon of Christmas cheer.
10. Eagleville Christmas Parade
The Eagleville Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting takes place annually the second Saturday in December at 5. (December 12, 2026). Moreover, the 2026 parade theme will be Stars, Stripes, Christmas Lights in celebration of the nation’s semiquincentennial and Christmas season. Step off will be 5 p.m.
If you’re looking for more Christmas parades, you can cross over the border to North Carolina.