Christmas parades 2026Fairfield County · Stamford, Norwalk and Bridgeport

Christmas parades and tree lightings in Fairfield County, 2026.

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

The quick answersChecked
When’s the Christmas parade?Stamford Downtown Parade Spectacular: Nov 22 · 12–2pm.1 paradeWhen’s the tree lighting?Light the Lights Winter Festival: Dec 5 · 4pm to 7pm. Plus 1 more.2 lightingsIs it free?1 of 3 are free to watch; the rest list a price.1 freeDaytime or after dark?2 daytime, 1 in the evening. Each card is marked.1 evening

Last checked · 3 events · Every listing links to its official page. How we choose

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Every parade and tree lighting, soonest first

Filter to what fits your evening, then tap one for its time, price and kid notes.

22NovSunStamford Downtown Parade SpectacularParade · 12–2pm5DecSatLight the Lights Winter FestivalTree lighting · 4pm to 7pm6DecSunHeights & LightsLighting festival · See the event page

Christmas parades

Christmas parades in and around Fairfield County

Start time, price and what to know with little kids, from each organizer’s own page.

Know one we missed?Send us the organizer’s page and we’ll check the date and add it.Suggest a parade

Tree lightings

Tree lightings and lighting nights near Fairfield County

Most lightings are short and happen at dusk, often with Santa, music or cocoa.

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Heights & Lights

Landmark Square · Downtown Stamford

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Good to know: Santa, Rudolph and the Grinch rappel down one of downtown’s tallest buildings.

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Before you go

Three things that make parade night easier

SpotGet there earlyA curb spot near the start means little ones see everything and you can leave before the end.
WarmDress for standing stillWatching is colder than walking. Bring a blanket for the stroller and an extra layer.
TimingCheck the start timeLighted parades start after dark. Daytime parades are easier for nap schedules.

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Good questions

Christmas parades in Fairfield County: the FAQ

Stamford Downtown Parade Spectacular: Sun, Nov 22, 2026, 12–2pm (Stamford).

Light the Lights Winter Festival at Downtown Danbury: Sat, Dec 5, 2026, 4pm to 7pm. Heights & Lights at Landmark Square: Sun, Dec 6, 2026, See the event page.

One of the three we list are free to watch: Light the Lights Winter Festival. Some charge for extras like Santa photos or rides, and each card says so.

Daytime ones are easiest with toddlers: Stamford Downtown Parade Spectacular and Heights & Lights. 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.

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.

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