Experience Gainesville’s spirit of community as families, neighbors, and local groups come together for the annual holiday parade. The procession starts at noon and moves along University Avenue from West Sixth Street to 620 East University Avenue. After the parade, delight in lively music, family dance fun, glowing lights, and evening luminaries that fill the city with warmth and holiday cheer.
Timeline: 12 p.m. City of Gainesville Holiday Parade begins / 1 – 3 p.m. Bo Diddley Plaza Kids Holiday Dance Party / 5 – 8 p.m. Holiday Lights Celebration in the Thomas Center Gardens, with horse-drawn carriage rides / After dark – Duckpond Neighborhood Association luminaries
