# Christmas parades and tree lightings in Baton Rouge, 2026

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

- Last checked: 2026-10-21
- 6 parades and tree lightings with 2026 dates
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## Christmas parades

- **Central Christmas Parade** at Joor Road, Central. When: Sat, Dec 5, 2026. Time: 9–11 a.m. Price: Not listed. A morning parade from the City of Central. Official page: https://www.centralgov.com/live-feed/ (checked 2026-10-21)
- **Zachary Christmas Parade** at Church Street Park to St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Zachary. When: Sat, Dec 5, 2026. Time: 2 p.m. Price: Free to watch. This year’s theme is Blizzard on Main Street. The route ends at the church on Ridgeway Street. Official page: https://www.cityofzachary.org/community-events/zacharys-2026-christmas-parade (checked 2026-10-31)
- **Walker Christmas Parade** at Walker, Walker. When: Sat, Dec 5, 2026. Time: 3 p.m. Price: Free to watch. Walker’s Saturday-afternoon parade, an hour after Zachary’s. Check the listing for the route before you pick a spot. Official page: https://livingstontourism.com/Events/Details/276 (checked 2026-10-31)
- **Denham Springs Christmas Parade** at Denham Springs, Denham Springs. When: Sat, Dec 12, 2026. Time: 2 p.m. Price: Not listed. Official page: https://dskiwanis.org/christmas-parade/ (checked 2026-10-21)

## Tree lightings and lighting nights

- **Festival of Lights** at North Boulevard Town Square, Downtown Baton Rouge. When: Sat, Dec 5, 2026. Time: Noon–7 p.m.; the tree lighting and fireworks close the day. Price: Free. Now a full day downtown, with the Operation Save Santa Parade and live entertainment. The Reindeer Run’s 1-mile fun run starts at 5:45 p.m. Official page: https://www.artsbr.org/festival-of-lights (checked 2026-10-29)
- **Central Christmas Tree Lighting** at Corner of Hooper and Sullivan roads, Central. When: Sat, Dec 5, 2026. Time: 5:45–6:30 p.m. Price: Not listed. Jazz band, make-your-own hot cocoa, photos with Santa and fireworks. Official page: https://www.centralgov.com/live-feed/ (checked 2026-10-21)

## Parades and tree lightings that come back every year

- [Central Christmas Parade](https://littlesweekly.com/baton-rouge/events/central-christmas-parade-joor-road/): next dates Dec 5, 2026
- [Central Christmas Tree Lighting](https://littlesweekly.com/baton-rouge/events/central-christmas-tree-lighting-corner-hooper-sullivan-roads/): next dates Dec 5, 2026
- [Denham Springs Christmas Parade](https://littlesweekly.com/baton-rouge/events/denham-springs-christmas-parade/): next dates Dec 12, 2026

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## FAQ

### When is the Christmas parade in Baton Rouge in 2026?
Central Christmas Parade: Sat, Dec 5, 2026, 9–11 a.m. (Central). Zachary Christmas Parade: Sat, Dec 5, 2026, 2 p.m. (Zachary). Walker Christmas Parade: Sat, Dec 5, 2026, 3 p.m. (Walker). Denham Springs Christmas Parade: Sat, Dec 12, 2026, 2 p.m. (Denham Springs).

### When is the Christmas tree lighting in Baton Rouge?
Festival of Lights at North Boulevard Town Square: Sat, Dec 5, 2026, Noon–7 p.m.; the tree lighting and fireworks close the day. Central Christmas Tree Lighting at Corner of Hooper and Sullivan roads: Sat, Dec 5, 2026, 5:45–6:30 p.m.

### Are Christmas parades and tree lightings in Baton Rouge free?
Three of the six we list are free to watch: Festival of Lights, Zachary Christmas Parade and Walker 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: Festival of Lights, Central Christmas Parade and Zachary 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 21, 2026, and we recheck them every week through early December. [How we choose and check](https://littlesweekly.com/how-we-choose/).