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Holly Jolly Christmas Parade 26
Saturday, December 5, 2026
Line-Up: 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Parade Start: 4:00 PM
Theme: Have a Holly Jolly Christmas
Floats will be judged based on this year’s theme. Get creative — bring your favorite carols, instruments, or musical holiday magic to life!
You may include elves, reindeer, Grinches, and more... but remember:
THERE IS ONLY ONE SANTA!
Additional Santas can be confusing for the little believers. Please don't rob them of the magic of Christmas before they are ready.
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO HAND OUT CANDY, you must have walkers passing it out to the crowd. No one is allowed to throw candy as it is a safety hazard.
Entry Fees
Members: $50 per vehicle
$15 for each additional vehicle
Not-Yet-Members: $75 per vehicle
$15 for each additional vehicle
Rules & Reminders
Any type of float or vehicle is welcome.
Entries will be judged on creativity and how well they tie into the theme.
Please arrive on time for line-up to ensure smooth parade flow. No motorized vehicles will be allowed after the streets close at 3 pm. This includes parade entries AND people dropping off participants. This is for the safety of all involved.
Additional Vehicles require additional application.
If you would like to pay by check, please email Director@explorethevalley.org for a code. We will need to get the check before you fill out the form.
Join us in celebrating the season and spreading holiday cheer through the streets of Black Mountain!
Holly Jolly Christmas Parade 26
Saturday, December 5, 2026
Line-Up: 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Parade Start: 4:00 PM
Theme: Have a Holly Jolly Christmas
Floats will be judged based on this year’s theme. Get creative — bring your favorite carols, instruments, or musical holiday magic to life!
You may include elves, reindeer, Grinches, and more... but remember:
THERE IS ONLY ONE SANTA!
Additional Santas can be confusing for the little believers. Please don't rob them of the magic of Christmas before they are ready.
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO HAND OUT CANDY, you must have walkers passing it out to the crowd. No one is allowed to throw candy as it is a safety hazard.
Entry Fees
Members: $50 per vehicle
$15 for each additional vehicle
Not-Yet-Members: $75 per vehicle
$15 for each additional vehicle
If you would like to pay by check, please email Director@explorethevalley.org for a code. We will need to get the check before you fill out the form.
Rules & Reminders
Any type of float or vehicle is welcome.
Entries will be judged on creativity and how well they tie into the theme.
Please arrive on time for line-up to ensure smooth parade flow. No motorized vehicles will be allowed after the streets close at 3 pm. This includes parade entries AND people dropping off participants. This is for the safety of all involved.
Additional Vehicles require additional application.
Join us in celebrating the season and spreading holiday cheer through the streets of Black Mountain!
Holly Jolly Christmas Parade 26
Saturday, December 5, 2026
Line-Up: 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Parade Start: 4:00 PM
Theme: Have a Holly Jolly Christmas
Floats will be judged based on this year’s theme. Get creative — bring your favorite carols, instruments, or musical holiday magic to life!
You may include elves, reindeer, Grinches, and more... but remember:
THERE IS ONLY ONE SANTA!
Additional Santas can be confusing for the little believers. Please don't rob them of the magic of Christmas before they are ready.
Entry Fees
Members: $50 per vehicle
$15 for each additional vehicle
Not-Yet-Members: $75 per vehicle
$15 for each additional vehicle
Rules & Reminders
Any type of float or vehicle is welcome.
Entries will be judged on creativity and how well they tie into the theme.
Please arrive on time for line-up to ensure smooth parade flow. No motorized vehicles will be allowed after the streets close at 3 pm. This includes parade entries AND people dropping off participants. This is for the safety of all involved.
Join us in celebrating the season and spreading holiday cheer through the streets of Black Mountain!
Holly Jolly Christmas Parade 26
Saturday, December 5, 2026
Line-Up: 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Parade Start: 4:00 PM
Theme: Have a Holly Jolly Christmas
Floats will be judged based on this year’s theme. Get creative — bring your favorite carols, instruments, or musical holiday magic to life!
You may include elves, reindeer, Grinches, and more... but remember:
THERE IS ONLY ONE SANTA!
Additional Santas can be confusing for the little believers. Please don't rob them of the magic of Christmas before they are ready.
Entry Fees
Members: $50 per vehicle
$15 for each additional vehicle
Not-Yet-Members: $75 per vehicle
$15 for each additional vehicle
Rules & Reminders
Any type of float or vehicle is welcome.
Entries will be judged on creativity and how well they tie into the theme.
Please arrive on time for line-up to ensure smooth parade flow. No motorized vehicles will be allowed after the streets close at 3 pm. This includes parade entries AND people dropping off participants. This is for the safety of all involved.
Join us in celebrating the season and spreading holiday cheer through the streets of Black Mountain!
You don’t want to miss being a part of this year’s event! Pick your sponsorship level, below. Please email any questions to the Black Mountain Swannanoa Chamber at Director@ExploreTheValley.org. Please make payment and upload your high resolution logo. Help us complete the 12 Days of Christmas!
$1,200 DRUMMERS DRUMMING
$1,100 PIPERS PIPING
$1,000 LORDS A-LEAPING
$900 LADIES DANCING
$800 MAIDS A-MILKING
$700 SWANS A-SWIMMING
$600 GEESE A-LAYING
$500 GOLDEN RINGS
$400 CALLING BIRDS
$300 FRENCH HENS
$200 TURTLE DOVES
$100 PARTRIDGE IN A PEAR TREE
