Santa Claus FloatThe 29th annual Dominion Christmas parade will take place on Saturday, December 1, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. in Richmond, Virginia. The parade will depart from the Science Museum on W. Broad Street and continue east to 7th Street. This beloved Richmond tradition attracts more than 100,000 spectators each year from everywhere in Virginia, with thousands more enjoying the live television broadcast.

For many Richmonders, the parade kicks off the Christmas season. The parade will feature a very special Grand Marshal, holiday floats,marching bands, huge helium balloons, and, of course, Santa himself! This year’s parade will continue the grand celebration of fun and excitement for all!

If you can’t experience the parade in person, you can watch it LIVE on WTVR-CBS6 on the day of the parade from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00noon, or see it on Christmas Day.

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Participate in Parade

Does your business, school, or organization want to be featured in the parade? Check out our Participate page and submit an application by October 28.

Volunteer

Are you looking for a fun new way to enjoy the Christmas season? Volunteering in the parade is a great way to meet new people and be a part of a wonderful Richmond event! Click here to learn how you can participate.

Parade Route Map

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of the Parade Route.

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Contact

Richmond Parade Inc.
5306 Caledonia Road
Richmond, VA 23225
Phone (804) 788-6478
Fax (804) 788-6477
Email: info@Richmondparade.org

Parade Poll

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