Get ready for the 16th Annual Hampton Holiday Parade, presented by Experience Hampton, Inc. The largest winter holiday parade in New Hampshire steps off Saturday, December 5, 2026, at 1:00 PM.
This year's theme is "250 Years of Holidays," celebrating America's 250th anniversary in red, white, and blue. Bring your flags and your patriotic spirit as we line Lafayette Road with music, color, and community pride.
2026 Grand Marshal: Ralph Fatello
We are honored to welcome Ralph Fatello as this year's Grand Marshal. A Marine Corps Vietnam veteran, Ralph is a longtime Seacoast surfer, photographer, musician, and now an author. His autobiography, 75 years in the making, tells the story of a life spent in the surf, on stage, and in service to his country. For more than two decades, his blog, Ralph's Pic of the Week, has shared the beauty and character of the New Hampshire coast. Surfing, family, and friends, he says, heals all wounds.
Parade Details
Saturday, December 5, 2026
Step-off at 1:00 PM
Route: Hampton/North Hampton town line to Winnacunnet Road
Come early, grab a hot cocoa, and find your favorite viewing spot, or stop by one of our local Parade Viewing Parties hosted by businesses along the route.
Sixteen years of Experience Hampton. Sixteen years of community, creativity and holiday spirit. Let's make this one to remember.
Volunteers Needed
The parade is run entirely by volunteers and needs help on parade day. If you can give a few hours, we would love to have you. Use the contact form or email nicholas_bridle@me.com and tell us you want to volunteer.
Past Parades: 2025 Entrants
Past Parades: 2025 Hampton Holiday Parade Lineup:
Staging Area: Route 1 (2 Lafayette Rd, North Hampton, NH 03862)
American Legion Post 35
Hampton Fire / Rescue
Staging Area: Verizon / First Student (25 Lafayette Rd, North Hampton, NH 03862)
Hampton Police Honor Guard
Grand Marshal: Rusty Bridle
Experience Hampton
Spaulding High School Marching Band
Hampton DPW
AnchorPoint Home Repair
Downstage Centre Winter Guard
Kona Ice of the Seacoast
BCK Excavation
Cinnamon Rainbows
Selectwoman Amy Hansen
State Representative Linda McGrath
Santa Claus Jazz Band
First Student
Staging Area: Hampton Airfield (9A Lafayette Rd, North Hampton, NH 03862)
Staging Area: Ginger & Clove (881 Lafayette Rd, Hampton, NH 03842)
Staging Area: Middleton Building Supply (864 Lafayette Rd, Hampton, NH 03842)
Staging Area: Seacoast Harley Davidson (17 Lafayette Rd, North Hampton, NH 03862)
Saint James Masonic Lodge NH #102
Winnacunnet High School Marine Corps JROTC
Winnacunnet High School Warrior Marching Band and Color Guard
Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus
Experience Hampton presents 16 Years of the Annual Hampton Holiday Parade
The 2026 Holiday Parade will follow the same route it has followed for years. Kicking off near the Hampton/North Hampton Town Line and ending at Winnacunnet Road. There are many great places along the route to view and partake in some holiday activities. Click the map below to find out our Route, Staging Areas and Parade viewing Parties!
We are so glad that the community is embracing the Annual Holiday Parade. Many local businesses have decided to host “Parade Viewing Parties” while offering specials and catering to the needs of those who are trying to view the parade. What a celebration!
Whether you have a favorite spot or observe from one of the “Parade Viewing Parties”, we are sure that you will have a family-friendly time that is sure to create some memories for years to come!