Kerrville Holiday Lighted Parade 2026

Kerrville's annual downtown parade welcomes the holiday season and the arrival of Santa Claus in his signature fire truck. Up to 100 illuminated entries take part. Before the parade, the Kerrville Christmas Lighting Corporation holds Merry on the Square at the Kerr County Courthouse starting at 4 p.m. It has local vendors, food trucks, entertainment and holiday characters. After the parade comes the Courthouse Lighting Ceremony, with the lighting of the courthouse and community Christmas tree, music, a visit from Santa and the parade winners. It is for families and all ages. When: Saturday, Nov. 21. The parade starts at 6 p.m. Merry on the Square starts at 4 p.m. The end time is not posted. Where: Downtown Kerrville. Merry on the Square and the lighting ceremony are at the Kerr County Courthouse, 700 Main St, Kerrville, TX 78028. Cost: Free admission. More info: https://www.kerrvilletx.gov/1344/Holiday-Lighted-Parade or (830) 257-7300. For Merry on the Square, see https://kerrvillechristmaslighting.com/ Organizer: City of Kerrville Parks and Recreation. Merry on the Square and the Courthouse Lighting Ceremony are run separately by the Kerrville Christmas Lighting Corporation.