2026 Jaycees Christmas Parade

Celebrate the magic of the holiday season at the 2026 Bowling Green-Warren County Jaycees Christmas Parade, taking place Saturday, December 5, 2026, in Downtown Bowling Green, Kentucky! 2026 THEME: Christmas through the Decades REGISTRATION PRICING INCREASE ON NOVEMBER 1ST, 2026! PARADE PRICING: $25 - NonProfit/Church/School Entries After November 1st- $35 $25 - Float Entries After November 1st - $35 $85 - Business/Industry/Political (Cars, Trucks, Vans, etc) After November 1st - $95 $0 - First Responders And Elected Officials DEADLINE TO ENTER IS NOVEMBER 15, 2026! (NO EXCEPTIONS) Celebrating 70 years this year, a longtime Bowling Green holiday tradition, the annual Jaycees Christmas Parade brings together businesses, nonprofit organizations, churches, schools, scouts, community groups, marching bands, dance and drill teams, floats, vehicles, animal entries, and more for a festive morning in the heart of downtown. Participants are encouraged to get creative and bring Christmas to life! All parade entries should be decorated to reflect the Christmas season and the official 2026 parade theme, Christmas Through the Decades, with each entry clearly identified by a banner or sign. Whether you're creating an elaborate float, decorating a vehicle, performing with a school or community group, or representing a local organization, this is your opportunity to be part of one of Bowling Green's favorite holiday traditions. For the safety of participants and spectators, all entries must follow the official parade rules and guidelines provided during registration. Please note that marching entries are limited to bands and approved drill or dance teams. The Bowling Green-Warren County Jaycees will provide the parade's only live Santa Claus, who will make his official appearance as part of the parade finale. The parade will travel through Downtown Bowling Green, filling the streets with Christmas spirit as families and spectators gather along the route. Saturday, December 5, 2026 Downtown Bowling Green, Kentucky Register your organization, business, float, or group and join us as we kick off the Christmas season in Bowling Green! PRICING INCREASES ON NOVEMBER 1, 2026! DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS NOVEMBER 15, 2026! DO NOT CALL OR EMAIL FOR PARADE LINEUP INFORMATION. Parade lineup with be emailed no later than November 25, 2026.