Seasonal Free
2026 Illuminated Holiday Parade
- When
- Saturday, December 5 · 5:00 PM
- Where
- Downtown Portsmouth, Portsmouth NH Map ↗
- Listing source
- City of Portsmouth Community Events
Save the Date! The Portsmouth Holiday Parade is an annual favorite for people across the seacoast! Free and open to all. 5:00-5:30 pm: The evening begins in Market Square with the Mayor and City Council hosting the Tree Lighting Ceremony 6:00 pm: The parade then kicks off from Islington Street (Goodwin Park) and marches down Islington Street, arriving in Market Square approximately 20-30 minutes later. NEW! Online registration offered in 2026!Registration opens October 1. The deadline for applications is Monday, November 23.
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