Fort Worth Parade of Lights

Fort Worth, TX · Holiday

When: November 22, 2026
Where: Downtown Fort Worth, Main Street route · Fort Worth · TX
Cost: Not confirmed
Status: Confirmed from the organizer's published schedule

A lighted holiday parade through downtown Fort Worth along Main Street, marking the traditional start of the city's holiday season with illuminated floats, marching bands, and Santa's arrival. It has run for decades as one of downtown's biggest annual crowd draws. The 2026 edition is held Sunday, November 22, at 6pm.

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