# Christmas parades and tree lightings in Memphis, 2026

> In 2026, Christmas parades near Memphis run Nov 21 through Dec 12. Memphis Holiday Parade is Dec 12 and is free to watch. Memphis Christmas Parade in Whitehaven is Nov 21 and is free to watch. This page lists seven parades and tree lightings with 2026 dates.

- Last checked: 2026-11-08
- 7 parades and tree lightings with 2026 dates
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## Christmas parades

- **Memphis Christmas Parade in Whitehaven** at Elvis Presley Boulevard, Shelby Drive to Laudeen Drive, Whitehaven. When: Sat, Nov 21, 2026. Time: 10 a.m. Price: Free to watch. The 30th parade, run by the Academy for Youth Empowerment. Theme: A Season to Be Thankful. It runs along Elvis Presley Boulevard from Shelby Drive to Laudeen Drive. The page does not post a viewing spot, parking plan or broadcast. Official page: https://www.afyememphis.org/post/30th-memphis-christmas-parade-in-whitehaven-now-accepting-applications-for-participation (checked 2026-11-08)
- **Bartlett Christmas Parade** at Bartlett, Bartlett. When: Sat, Dec 5, 2026. Time: 4 p.m. Price: Not listed. Official page: https://www.cityofbartlett.org/629/Bartlett-Christmas-Parade (checked 2026-10-21)
- **Southaven Christmas Parade** at Main Street to City Hall, Southaven, Miss. When: Sat, Dec 5, 2026. Time: 10–11 a.m. Price: Not listed. Official page: https://southavenchamberofcommerce.growthzoneapp.com/events/Details/southaven-christmas-parade-1882278?sourceTypeId=Website (checked 2026-10-21)
- **Olive Branch Christmas Parade** at Old Towne Olive Branch, Olive Branch, Miss. When: Sat, Dec 5, 2026. Time: 2–4 p.m. Price: Free to attend. This year’s theme is Blue Christmas, so keep an eye out for a little Elvis on the floats. Official page: https://chamber.olivebranchms.com/events/details/2026-christmas-parade-blue-christmas-7677 (checked 2026-10-31)
- **Memphis Holiday Parade** at Beale Street, Downtown Memphis. When: Sat, Dec 12, 2026. Time: 11 a.m. Price: Free to watch. Marching bands and steppers come down Beale Street with the floats. Get there early for a curb spot. Official page: https://bealestreet.com/events/memphis-holiday-parade (checked 2026-10-31)
- **All-American Christmas Parade** at Airline Rd. from Arlington High School to Douglass/Mem-Arlington Rd., Arlington, Tenn. When: Sat, Dec 12, 2026. Time: 11 a.m. Price: Free. This year’s theme is An All-American Christmas. Roads on the route close before the start, and it goes on rain or shine. Official page: https://www.townofarlington.org/page/christmas-parade/ (checked 2026-10-31)

## Tree lightings and lighting nights

- **Arlington Tree Lighting at Depot Square** at Depot Square, 6265 Chester St., Arlington, Tenn. When: Fri, Nov 20, 2026. Time: 5–7 p.m.; tree lit at 6:15. Price: Not listed. Santa stops by and food vendors serve hot treats while you wait for the tree. Official page: https://www.townofarlington.org/events (checked 2026-10-31)

## Parades and tree lightings that come back every year

- [Memphis Christmas Parade in Whitehaven](https://littlesweekly.com/memphis/events/memphis-christmas-parade-in-whitehaven-elvis-presley-boulevard/): next dates Nov 21, 2026
- [Bartlett Christmas Parade](https://littlesweekly.com/memphis/events/bartlett-christmas-parade/): next dates Dec 5, 2026
- [Southaven Christmas Parade](https://littlesweekly.com/memphis/events/southaven-christmas-parade-main-street-city-hall/): next dates Dec 5, 2026

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## FAQ

### When is the Christmas parade in Memphis in 2026?
Memphis Christmas Parade in Whitehaven: Sat, Nov 21, 2026, 10 a.m. (Whitehaven). Bartlett Christmas Parade: Sat, Dec 5, 2026, 4 p.m. (Bartlett). Southaven Christmas Parade: Sat, Dec 5, 2026, 10–11 a.m. (Southaven, Miss.). Olive Branch Christmas Parade: Sat, Dec 5, 2026, 2–4 p.m. (Olive Branch, Miss.). Plus two more on this page.

### When is the Christmas tree lighting in Memphis?
Arlington Tree Lighting at Depot Square at Depot Square, 6265 Chester St.: Fri, Nov 20, 2026, 5–7 p.m.; tree lit at 6:15.

### Are Christmas parades and tree lightings in Memphis free?
Four of the seven we list are free to watch: Memphis Christmas Parade in Whitehaven, Olive Branch Christmas Parade, Memphis Holiday Parade and All-American 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 little kids: Memphis Christmas Parade in Whitehaven, Southaven Christmas Parade and Olive Branch 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 Nov 8, 2026, and we recheck them every week through early December. [How we choose and check](https://littlesweekly.com/how-we-choose/).