5:00PM
Christmas Parade
Floats, marching bands, classic cars and a whole lot of lights. Find your spot, bundle up and get ready to wave!
The holiday season is upon us, and we can't wait to celebrate with you!
Sunland Park's 2026
Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting Festival
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Thank you for celebrating with us! See you next year.
Fun for the whole family
What's Happening
6:00PM
Tree Lighting
Count down with your neighbors as we light up the Sunland Park Christmas tree for the season.
Plus festival fun all around
Live Music & Performances
Holiday music, dancers and performers bring the cheer to the stage.
Vendors
Stroll the vendor booths and find something special for everyone on your list.
Food
Grab a bite and something warm to sip while you enjoy the festivities.
Games
Games and activities for the kids (and the kids at heart).
Meet & Greet with Santa
Say hello to Santa and take a free photo with him. Don't forget your wish list!
Find your way
Parade & Event Map
The parade starts at Ray Ward Pl, rolls down McNutt Rd and ends at the Sunland Park Sports Complex, where the festival and tree lighting take place.
Map not to scale.
6:00 PM
Light Up the Night
Right after the parade, we'll count down together and light the Sunland Park Christmas tree at the Sports Complex. Can't wait until December 4? Give it a try right here.
5:00 PM
Floats, Bands & Holiday Lights
Last year's parade brought out marching bands, glowing floats, classic cars and Santa himself. We're lighting it up again for 2026!
Get involved
Be Part of the Celebration
Bring your float, your group or your business to this year's Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting Festival.
Join the Parade
Schools, community groups, businesses, car clubs and neighbors are invited to sign up for a spot in the 2026 Christmas Parade. Deck out your float and help light up McNutt Rd!
Sign Up for the ParadeBecome a Vendor
Have food, crafts or holiday goods to share? Apply for a vendor space at the festival at the Sunland Park Sports Complex.
Apply to Be a VendorPhotos from 2025
Relive Last Year's Celebration
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See you there
Plan Your Visit
When
Friday, December 4, 2026
- 5:00 PM Christmas Parade
- 6:00 PM Tree Lighting
- Festival: Hours coming soon
Where
Location coming soon
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