Arlington Holiday Lights Parade

Downtown Arlington's lighted holiday parade is a family tradition that volunteers have kept going for more than 24 years. This year Arlington is celebrating its 150th anniversary, so parade entries are encouraged to honor the city's people, places, history and future. Expect lighted floats and holiday cheer along West Abram Street. The organizer says route details and a map will be posted as plans are finished. Arlington's separate tree lighting is Thursday, Dec. 3, at 7 p.m. on the Levitt Pavilion lawn. When: Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026, 6 p.m. No end time is listed; about 8 p.m. is an estimate. Where: West Abram Street between Levitt Pavilion and Cooper Street, Downtown Arlington, TX 76010. Cost: Free and open to the public. More info: https://downtownarlington.org/events/arlington-holiday-lights-parade Organizer: Downtown Arlington. The contact email is listed on the organizer's page.