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October 22, 2026

Kennett Square Holiday Light Parade will bring illuminated floats and Santa downtown

The free Nov. 21 celebration will feature decorated trucks and tractors, marching bands and a community tree lighting.

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Kennett Sqaure Holiday Parade Photo Credit/Moon Loop Photography

Kennett Square’s Holiday Light Parade will bring illuminated floats, decorated vehicles and marching bands downtown Saturday, Nov. 21. The free celebration begins at 6 p.m.

Trucks, tractors and floats covered in holiday lights will roll through downtown Kennett Square on Nov. 21, with Santa arriving at the end to light the community tree.

The Kennett Square Holiday Light Parade begins at 6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, on State Street. Organized by Kennett Collaborative, the celebration is free to attend.

Marching bands, dance groups and local community organizations will join the procession. The evening’s activities are scheduled for 6 to 8 p.m.

Kennett Collaborative says more than 20,000 people came downtown on the day of last year’s parade. The nonprofit produces the event and pays for road closures, police and other safety services.

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The organization is seeking volunteer parade marshals and help with event operations. Anyone interested can sign up through Kennett Collaborative’s website.

More information and updates are available on the official parade page.


Kennett Square Holiday Light Parade

Date: Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026
Time: 6-8 p.m.; parade begins at 6 p.m.
Location: State Street, downtown Kennett Square, PA 19348
Admission: Free
Activities: Illuminated floats, decorated vehicles, marching bands and Santa’s arrival for the community tree lighting

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