Chincoteague Old-Fashioned Christmas Parade
Main Street, Chincoteague Island, VA 23336
- Date: 12/5/2026
- Starts: 6:00 PM
- Ends: 8:00 PM
46th Annual Chincoteague Old-Fashioned Christmas Parade
A Star-Spangled Christmas
Celebrating America's 250th Anniversary
December 5, 2026 (inclement weather date Friday, December 11)
at 6:00pm on Main Street, Chincoteague Island, VA
Presented by the Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce
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Location: The Parade will start at Main Street & Maddox Boulevard and end at the old Fire House. Entries may stop at the Judge’s Stand in front of Chincoteague Island Library for a short performance.
What to Expect: Enchanting floats, fire companies, bands, marching units, religious groups, decorated boats & golf carts, equestrian teams, classic cars, and more. Keep an eye out for Santa too!
After Parade: Festivities continue at the Chincoteague American Legion Post 159, 4023 Main Street. Take a photo with Santa while enjoying complimentary hot dogs and refreshments provided by the Kiwanis Club of Chincoteague.
Awards: 1st & 2nd place trophies & monetary prizes will be awarded in 8 categories! Plus, Best In Show will be awarded to the entry that best depicts the theme. Winners will be announced through a Facebook Live Video as soon as the votes have been tallied and posted to the Chincoteague Chamber Facebook and website.
Annual Toy Run: The Chincoteague Police Department will be collecting new, unwrapped toys for their Annual Toy Run during the parade. Please consider making a donation and help put smiles on the faces of less-fortunate children this holiday season.
Participate in the Parade!
*Please Note: All entries must submit an entry form and sign the Regulations and Liability Waiver to participate in the parade.
