# Christmas parades and tree lightings in Augusta, 2026

> We found three Christmas parades and tree lightings in and around Augusta with 2026 dates: two parades and one tree lighting or lighting night, one free to watch. Each one has the date, start time, price and a link to the organizer’s page.

- Last checked: 2026-10-30
- 3 parades and tree lightings with 2026 dates
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## Christmas parades

- **Columbia County Christmas Parade** at Evans, Evans, GA · about 12 miles away. When: Sun, Dec 6, 2026. Time: Sun. Dec. 6; start time and route not posted yet. Price: Free. Run by the Merchants Association of Columbia County. A lineup is posted on the page closer to the date. Official page: https://columbiacountyfair.net/events/christmas-parade/ (checked 2026-10-30)
- **North Augusta Christmas Parade** at Georgia Ave., downtown North Augusta, North Augusta, SC. When: Sun, Dec 6, 2026. Time: 3 p.m. Price: No tickets listed. The Lions Club puts it on, and this year's theme is A Storybook Christmas. Expect floats and music from local schools and community groups. Official page: https://tbredcountry.org/event/north-augusta-christmas-parade-2/ (checked 2026-10-30)

## Tree lightings and lighting nights

- **North Augusta Christmas Tree Lighting** at Calhoun Park, 714 Georgia Ave., North Augusta, SC. When: Tue, Dec 1, 2026. Time: 5–7 p.m. Price: No tickets listed. A Tuesday-evening lighting at Calhoun Park and the Lookaway Inn, with hot cocoa going around. Official page: https://tbredcountry.org/event/north-augusta-christmas-tree-lighting-2/ (checked 2026-10-30)

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## FAQ

### When is the Christmas parade in Augusta in 2026?
Columbia County Christmas Parade: Sun, Dec 6, 2026, Sun. Dec. 6; start time and route not posted yet (Evans, GA · about 12 miles away). North Augusta Christmas Parade: Sun, Dec 6, 2026, 3 p.m. (North Augusta, SC).

### When is the Christmas tree lighting in Augusta?
North Augusta Christmas Tree Lighting at Calhoun Park, 714 Georgia Ave.: Tue, Dec 1, 2026, 5–7 p.m.

### Are Christmas parades and tree lightings in Augusta free?
One of the three we list are free to watch: Columbia County Christmas Parade. Some charge for extras like Santa photos or rides, and each card says so.

### Which are best for little kids?
Daytime ones are easiest with toddlers: Columbia County Christmas Parade and North Augusta Christmas Parade. Evening ones start after dark and are colder, so bring layers and a blanket for the stroller. Get there early for a curb spot near the start so little ones can see.

### How do you check these parades and tree lightings?
Each listing comes from the venue’s or organizer’s own page and links to it. We only list a date, time or price when that page shows it, and anything we can’t confirm stays off. These were last checked Oct 30, 2026, and we recheck them every week through early December. [How we choose and check](https://littlesweekly.com/how-we-choose/).