Carolina Beach Christmas Parade 2026
The Carolina Beach Christmas Parade, run by the Town of Carolina Beach, rolls up Lake Park Boulevard with floats, bands, dance groups and local businesses, and Santa closes the parade.
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Key details
- Date and time: Friday, December 4, 2026, 7:00 PM Eastern Time
- Route: Starts at Carolina Beach Lake near Atlanta Avenue, heads north on Lake Park Boulevard and ends at the Publix intersection
- Cost: Free to watch
- Organizer: Town of Carolina Beach Parks and Recreation
What to expect
Families line both sides of Lake Park Boulevard. The town's most recent timeline had parade lineup at 4:30 PM and Lake Park Boulevard closing at 6:30 PM before the 7 PM start; the 2026 timeline is to be announced.
Parking and getting there
Lake Park Boulevard closes to traffic before the parade (at 6:30 PM in 2024 and 2025), so park on a side street early and walk in.
Listings on Whats Up CB
- Carolina Beach Christmas Parade · Fri, Dec 4 · Lake Park Blvd
Video from past years
Questions and answers
When is the 2026 Carolina Beach Christmas Parade?
Friday, December 4, 2026 at 7:00 PM Eastern Time.
Where does the Carolina Beach Christmas parade start?
At Carolina Beach Lake near Atlanta Avenue. It heads north on Lake Park Boulevard and ends at the Publix intersection.
What is the parade route?
From Carolina Beach Lake near Atlanta Avenue, north on Lake Park Boulevard, ending at the Publix intersection.
Can groups enter the parade?
Yes. Parade entries register through the Town of Carolina Beach Parks and Recreation; see the town's parade page.
What happens if it rains?
The town makes weather calls, so check the town's parade page and the Carolina Beach Parks and Recreation Facebook page on the day.
Official information
Details can change; confirm with the organizer before you go.