Downtown Harrisburg’s Holiday Parade | November 19
On Saturday, November 19, 2022, the City of Harrisburg will have its Holiday Parade. This year the theme is “A Very Vibrant Holiday.” The parade steps off at 10 AM and will feature seven high school marching bands, thirteen performance groups, giant balloons, local celebrities, musical acts, decorated floats, costumed characters, and Santa Claus.
The Shippensburg High School Band will be one of the marching bands participating!
This year’s parade will include four giant balloons: Cookie Monster, Candy Cane, Pumpkin, and Kung Fu Panda.
The parade route makes a loop on Front and 2nd Streets from Market to North Street. The route begins at the intersection of Front and Market Streets, proceeds on Market St., turns left on 2nd St., turns left on North St., turns left on Front St., and ends where it began at Market St. There are two designated areas for groups to stop and perform along 2nd Street at Market and State Streets.
After the parade, head to Strawberry Square to meet Santa, and enjoy FREE hot chocolate and cookies while supplies last.
Use the code LUVHBG to receive 4 hours of free street parking in the Downtown area. Also, the Market Square Garage is $10 from 8 AM – 8 PM, courtesy of Park Harrisburg.
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