The City of Gainesville Holiday Parade is an opportunity for families, neighborhood groups and businesses from across the city to come together and celebrate the season.
The holiday parade is Saturday, December 7, 2024 and leads into the holiday dance party and lights celebration. The procession starts at noon and moves along University Avenue from W. Sixth St. to 620 E. University Ave.
12 p.m. start - City of Gainesville Holiday Parade
1-3 p.m. - Bo Diddley Plaza Kids Holiday Dance Party
5:30-8 p.m. - Holiday Lights Celebration in the Thomas Center Gardens, with horse-drawn carriage rides provided by the Duckpond Neighborhood
After dark - Duckpond Neighborhood Association luminaries