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Christmas parades and tree lightings in Spokane, 2026.

We found four Christmas parades and tree lightings in and around Spokane with 2026 dates: four 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?No 2026 parade posted yet.Not yetWhen’s the tree lighting?Santa’s Arrival and Tree Lighting at River Park Square: Nov 21 · 3–7pm. Plus 3 more.4 lightingsIs it free?1 of 4 are free to watch; the rest list a price.1 freeDaytime or after dark?2 daytime, 2 in the evening. Each card is marked.2 evening

Last checked · 4 events · Every listing links to its official page. How we choose

By date

Every parade and tree lighting, soonest first

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

21NovSatSanta’s Arrival and Tree Lighting at River Park SquareTree lighting · 3–7pm28NovSatNumerica Tree Lighting CelebrationTree lighting · Time not listed4DecFriSpokane Valley Tree LightingTree lighting · 5:30–7 p.m.4DecFriSunset Park Tree Lighting and FireworksTree lighting · 6 p.m.

Christmas parades

Christmas parades in and around Spokane

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

No 2026 Christmas parade posted here yet. We check parade organizers every week through early December.

Tree lightings

Tree lightings and lighting nights near Spokane

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

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.

Every year

Parades and tree lightings that come back every year

Each of these comes back every year. Its page keeps the last confirmed dates, and the new ones go up there once they’re posted. Every year in Spokane

Spokane Valley Tree LightingNext: Dec 4, 2026

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Good questions

Christmas parades in Spokane: the FAQ

Santa’s Arrival and Tree Lighting at River Park Square at River Park Square: Sat, Nov 21, 2026, 3–7pm. Numerica Tree Lighting Celebration at Riverfront Park: Sat, Nov 28, 2026. Spokane Valley Tree Lighting at Balfour Park: Fri, Dec 4, 2026, 5:30–7 p.m. Sunset Park Tree Lighting and Fireworks at Sunset Park: Fri, Dec 4, 2026, 6 p.m.

One of the four we list are free to watch: Santa’s Arrival and Tree Lighting at River Park Square. Some charge for extras like Santa photos or rides, and each card says so.

Daytime ones are easiest with toddlers: Santa’s Arrival and Tree Lighting at River Park Square and Numerica Tree Lighting Celebration. 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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