The Wilmington Jaycees Christmas Parade is returning to Downtown Wilmington on Saturday, November 30th, bringing holiday cheer, community spirit, and several festive traditions to Market Street.
The parade begins at 11 a.m.
2022 Wilmington Jaycees Christmas Parade
This year marks the 59th annual celebration, and longtime favorites are set to return.
Attendees can expect performances from marching and string bands, colorful floats, community organizations, and an appearance from Santa Claus.
Local celebrities are also expected to attend, continuing a tradition that has included notable names in past years—such as actress and Ursuline Academy graduate Aubrey Plaza.
Cab Calloway Marching Band
Children will have the chance to hand their Christmas wish lists to Santa’s elves along the parade route.
JCI Wilmington says any child who includes their name and address will receive a letter back from Santa in December.
Street parking will be free, and parking garages at 8th & Orange and 6th & Orange will also offer free parking from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday.
The parade will begin at 2nd and Market Street, traveling northbound, and will conclude at 11th and Market Street.
Drivers should be aware that road closures will impact the area beginning around 9 a.m. and lasting until approximately 1 p.m.
Closures include:
-Market St. between 2nd and 12th St.
-King St. between 3rd and 12th St.
-4th St. between Walnut St. and Shipley St.
-Cross streets between Shipley St. and French St., including 3rd, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th and 11th streets.