# Christmas parades and tree lightings in Oklahoma City, 2026

> In 2026, the Christmas parade near Oklahoma City is Dec 5. Norman Christmas Parade is Dec 5 and is free to watch. This page lists seven parades and tree lightings with 2026 dates. Each one links to the organizer’s page.

- Last checked: 2026-10-21
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## Christmas parades

- **Norman Christmas Parade** at Downtown Norman, Main Street from Pickard Avenue to James Garner Avenue, Norman, OK. When: Sat, Dec 5, 2026. Time: Not listed. Price: Free to watch. Official page: https://www.normanchristmasparade.com/news/2026-parade-announcement (checked 2026-10-21)

## Tree lightings and lighting nights

- **Oklahoma City Tree Lighting Festival** at Downtown Oklahoma City, 2 S. Mickey Mantle Drive, Oklahoma City, OK. When: Thu, Nov 12, 2026. Time: 5:30–7:30 p.m. Price: Free. Photos with Santa, Letters to Santa station, live performances, tree lighting. Official page: https://downtownindecember.com/events-attractions/ (checked 2026-10-18)
- **Luminance Opening Night** at Mitch Park, Second St. & Garland Godfrey Drive, Edmond, OK 73034. When: Fri, Nov 20, 2026. Time: 4–8 p.m. Price: Not listed. Opening night of Edmond’s light display, which then runs 5–10 p.m. daily through Jan. 1. Official page: https://www.edmondok.gov/2110/Luminance (checked 2026-10-21)
- **Light the City** at Joe B. Barnes Regional Park, enter at SE 15th St. & Century Blvd., Midwest City. When: Mon, Nov 30, 2026. Time: 5:30–8 p.m. Price: $5 per car, cash at the gate. Opening night of the Holiday Lights Spectacular, when the switch is flipped for the season. Kids can make crafts and get a photo with Santa. Official page: https://www.midwestcityok.org/394/Light-the-City (checked 2026-10-31)
- **Moore Christmas Spectacular & Tree Lighting** at Moore Central Park Amphitheater, 700 S. Broadway Ave., Moore. When: Fri, Dec 4, 2026. Time: 6:30–8:30 p.m.; fireworks at 8:20. Price: Free. Santa and Mrs. Claus drop in for the tree lighting, and the night ends with fireworks over the park. Official page: https://www.cityofmoore.com/upcoming-events/christmas-spectacular-tree-lightning-ceremony (checked 2026-10-31)
- **Lights On Broadway** at Automobile Alley, N Broadway Ave, Oklahoma City, OK. When: Sat, Dec 5, 2026. Time: 4–7 p.m. Price: Free. District light display, window displays and pop-up family activities. Official page: https://downtownindecember.com/lights-on-broadway/ (checked 2026-10-18)
- **Christmas on Main** at Main Street, Yukon. When: Thu, Dec 10, 2026. Time: 2026 time not posted yet. Price: Free. A Thursday-evening street party under the Main Street lights, with alpacas and carriage rides in Santa’s Village. Official page: https://yukon66mainstreet.com/christmas-on-main/ (checked 2026-10-31)

## Parades and tree lightings that come back every year

- [Luminance Opening Night](https://littlesweekly.com/oklahoma-city/events/luminance-opening-night-mitch-park/): next dates Nov 20, 2026
- [Norman Christmas Parade](https://littlesweekly.com/oklahoma-city/events/norman-christmas-parade-downtown/): next dates Dec 5, 2026

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## FAQ

### When is the Christmas parade in Oklahoma City in 2026?
Norman Christmas Parade: Sat, Dec 5, 2026, Not listed (Norman).

### When is the Christmas tree lighting in Oklahoma City?
Oklahoma City Tree Lighting Festival at Downtown Oklahoma City: Thu, Nov 12, 2026, 5:30–7:30 p.m. Luminance Opening Night at Mitch Park: Fri, Nov 20, 2026, 4–8 p.m. Light the City at Joe B. Barnes Regional Park, enter at SE 15th St. & Century Blvd.: Mon, Nov 30, 2026, 5:30–8 p.m. Moore Christmas Spectacular & Tree Lighting at Moore Central Park Amphitheater, 700 S. Broadway Ave.: Fri, Dec 4, 2026, 6:30–8:30 p.m.; fireworks at 8:20. The full list is on the [tree lighting page](https://littlesweekly.com/oklahoma-city/christmas-tree-lighting/).

### Are Christmas parades and tree lightings in Oklahoma City free?
Five of the seven we list are free to watch: Oklahoma City Tree Lighting Festival, Moore Christmas Spectacular & Tree Lighting, Lights On Broadway and Norman 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: Norman Christmas Parade and Christmas on Main. 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/).