# Christmas parades and tree lightings in Inland Empire, 2026

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

- Last checked: 2026-10-29
- 6 parades and tree lightings with 2026 dates
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## Christmas parades

- **Redlands Christmas Parade** at State Street, Downtown Redlands. When: Sat, Dec 5, 2026. Time: 6pm. Price: Free. A lighted evening parade run by the Kiwanis Club of Redlands. This year's theme is Hometown Christmas. Official page: https://redlandsparade.com/ (checked 2026-10-29)
- **Ontario Holiday Light Parade** at City of Ontario (location to be posted), Ontario. When: Sat, Dec 5, 2026. Time: Not listed. Price: Not listed. Ontario's lit-up holiday parade. The route and start time aren't posted yet. Official page: https://www.ontarioca.gov/CommunityLife/recreation-community-services/special-events (checked 2026-10-29)

## Tree lightings and lighting nights

- **Santa's Arrival and Tree Lighting at Victoria Gardens** at Chaffey Town Square, Victoria Gardens, Rancho Cucamonga. When: Fri, Nov 6, 2026. Time: 7pm. Price: Free. Santa shows up as the 45-foot live tree from Mt. Shasta lights, with a light show, lasers and a live band. Official page: https://www.shopvictoriagardens.com/holidays2026 (checked 2026-10-29)
- **Redlands Downtown Tree Lighting** at Ed Hales Park, 5th and East State streets, Downtown Redlands. When: Thu, Nov 19, 2026. Time: 5–8pm; lights switch on at 6pm. Price: Free. Free hot cocoa, a bounce house, crafts and painting from 5pm. At 6 the City Council flips the switch on the tree and East State Street. Official page: https://aboutredlands.com/redlands-events/christmas-tree-lighting (checked 2026-10-29)
- **Festival of Lights Switch-On Ceremony** at Orange St. and Mission Inn Ave., Downtown Riverside. When: Sat, Nov 21, 2026. Time: 5pm, fireworks after; arrive by 4:30pm. Price: Free. The 34th year of lighting up the Mission Inn and downtown Riverside, with fireworks to finish. It's the most crowded night of the season, so the city's parking map is worth a look. Official page: https://riversideca.gov/fol/ (checked 2026-10-29)
- **Ontario Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony** at City of Ontario (location to be posted), Ontario. When: Thu, Dec 3, 2026. Time: Not listed. Price: Not listed. The City of Ontario's yearly tree lighting. Times and details go up on the city's special events page closer to the date. Official page: https://www.ontarioca.gov/CommunityLife/recreation-community-services/special-events (checked 2026-10-29)

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## FAQ

### When is the Christmas parade in Inland Empire in 2026?
Redlands Christmas Parade: Sat, Dec 5, 2026, 6pm (Downtown Redlands). Ontario Holiday Light Parade: Sat, Dec 5, 2026, Not listed (Ontario).

### When is the Christmas tree lighting in Inland Empire?
Santa's Arrival and Tree Lighting at Victoria Gardens at Chaffey Town Square, Victoria Gardens: Fri, Nov 6, 2026, 7pm. Redlands Downtown Tree Lighting at Ed Hales Park, 5th and East State streets: Thu, Nov 19, 2026, 5–8pm; lights switch on at 6pm. Festival of Lights Switch-On Ceremony at Orange St. and Mission Inn Ave.: Sat, Nov 21, 2026, 5pm, fireworks after; arrive by 4:30pm. Ontario Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony at City of Ontario (location to be posted): Thu, Dec 3, 2026, Not listed.

### Are Christmas parades and tree lightings in Inland Empire free?
Four of the six we list are free to watch: Santa's Arrival and Tree Lighting at Victoria Gardens, Redlands Downtown Tree Lighting, Festival of Lights Switch-On Ceremony and Redlands 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: Ontario Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony and Ontario Holiday Light 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 29, 2026, and we recheck them every week through early December. [How we choose and check](https://littlesweekly.com/how-we-choose/).