Annual Holiday Parade Presented by the City and County of Schenectady
THANKS FOR WATCHING! The 53rd Annual Holiday Parade was a blast!
Thank you for dreaming big and kicking off the holiday season with Schenectady County. Watch the parade online and look back at our favorite moments.
See You Next Year!
The Northeast's Largest Nighttime Holiday Parade!
Presented by the City & County of Schenectady
Saturday, November 18, 2023
A Storied Holiday Tradition! Schenectady County ushers in the holiday season in Downtown Schenectady with the largest nighttime parade in the Northeast. Sparking floats, glittering firetrucks, marching bands, dance troupes, and a special visit from Santa Claus. It's fun for the whole family.
Gather around with friends, family, and neighbors along the parade route, take a stroll along State Street, grab a hot cup of coccoa or a bite to eat at your favorite Downtown restaurant, and start your holiday shopping on Jay St. Come early and dance in the streets at Schenectady County's Holiday Block Party!
What to expect!
Sparkling Floats
Dozen's of brighly decorated and illuminated floats built by local volunteers!
Glittering Firetrucks
Decorated firetrucks, police cars, snow plows, and more decked out in holiday style.
Festive Marching Bands
Holiday tunes performed by local marching bands, drumlines, and musicians.
Spectacular Dancers
Local dancers dance down state street with holiday-infused routines.
Santa Claus is Coming to Town!
He is making his list and checking it twice! Santa and Mrs. Claus make their first official visit to Schenectady County spreading holiday cheer and reminding everyone to be kind
Be Part of the Parade!
Sign up to march or register your float, and spread holiday cheer!