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Asheville Holiday Parade 2026
Downtown Asheville · Asheville, NCAccepting vendors- Application fee
- $400
- Dates
- Nov 21, 2026
- Apply by
- Oct 9, 2026
About this event
Asheville Holiday Parade
The Asheville Holiday Parade is the Asheville Downtown Association's annual holiday parade through downtown Asheville, North Carolina, now in its 80th year. Community groups, schools, nonprofits and businesses take part with decorated floats, vehicles, costumes and performances. The 2026 edition is Saturday, November 21, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Who this market accepts
- Parade entries: business, nonprofit and school/youth group (decorated floats, vehicles, walking groups)
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- The official application
- Required documents and form questions
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