2024 Downtown Santa Cruz Holiday Parade

Downtown Santa Cruz Holiday Parade

Saturday, December 7, 10am – 12pm

A Santa Cruz Holiday Tradition

Join the fun at the annual Downtown Santa Cruz Holiday Parade.

A Santa Cruz Holiday Tradition

Mark your calendars for the Holiday Parade on December 7, 2024!

The traditional holiday parade is the official kickoff for the winter holidays celebration and the annual tradition of highlighting Santa Cruz County schools, youth based organizations and local nonprofits.  Each year, the Downtown Santa Cruz Holiday Parade draws 1,200 participants and over 3,000 spectators. Rain or Shine!

Registration for the 2024 Holiday Parade is now open. CLICK HERE to register your group.

Thanks to our Platinum Sponsor Pedro Gonzalez of Farmer’s Insurance.