Mark your calendar
Friday, November 27, 2026
Line-up begins at 5:00 PM
Parade steps off at 5:30 PM
The countdown is on ✳
✳ UNION CITY, OHIO & INDIANAA little hometown magic,
A little hometown magic,
all lit up.
Come together for an evening of twinkling lights, familiar faces, and the kind of Christmas memories that stay with you.
PARADE STATUS: On schedule
SCROLL TO DISCOVER ✳ LIGHT UP THE NIGHT ✳ EVERYONE IS WELCOME ✳ LIGHT UP THE NIGHT ✳ EVERYONE IS WELCOME ✳
THE MOST WONDERFUL NIGHT IN TOWNChristmas is better
Christmas is better
together.
Whether you're on a float or cheering from the sidewalk, there's a place for you at Union City's community parade.
Meet us on Elm Street
Entries line up at the All Brothers parking lot, 731 E Elm St, Union City, OH. Spectators can find a spot along the route.
Get directions ↗Stay for the glow
Follow the parade to Harter Park, where we'll keep the celebration going with a community lighting ceremony.
See the route ↓FOLLOW THE LIGHTSOne town.
One town.
One bright night.
Our parade rolls through the heart of Union City and finishes at Harter Park. Bring a warm coat, wave to your neighbors, and find your favorite spot along the way.
- 01Line-upAll Brothers parking lot · 731 E Elm St
- 02Parade routeE Elm St → W Pearl St → N Columbia St → W Oak St
- 03Grand finaleHarter Park south entrance · W Oak & N Jackson Pike
Parade routeApproximate path · Follow parade marshals on the night
GOOD TO KNOWLet's make it
Let's make it
merry & bright.
A few simple guidelines help everyone enjoy a safe, magical evening.
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Light it up
Every parade entry should be decorated with lights. The more creative, the better!
♡
Keep little ones safe
Please don't throw candy or other items. It's dark, and we want kids to stay safely out of the street.
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Follow the marshals
Listen to parade volunteers along the route. Drivers must be licensed and vehicles insured.
A FEW QUESTIONS, ANSWEREDEverything you
Everything you
need to know.
Still wondering about something? Send us a note or message us on Facebook.
Do I need to register to watch?
No! Spectators are welcome to find a safe spot along the parade route.
Is there a fee to enter?
No. There is no entry fee for the parade.
When does registration close?
Online registration closes Thanksgiving Day at 4:00 PM Eastern. Message us on Facebook if you need help after that time.
Can my group bring music?
Yes. Tell us on the registration form so the committee can plan the line-up.
Where does the parade end?
At Harter Park, where the community lighting ceremony follows the parade.
BE PART OF THE MAGICBring your people.
Bring your people.
Bring your lights.
From golf carts to grand floats, there's room for every kind of Christmas spirit.