Christmas parades are coming to get us into the holiday spirit and create childhood memories for our families that last a lifetime. We bundle up, bring chairs and blankets, and someone is always nearby selling a cup of hot chocolate. Parade participants dressed in costumes throw candy to the children as they walk by as we all wait for Santa to arrive and wish everyone a Merry Christmas.
Here is a roundup of Christmas parades in Staunton, Waynesboro, Augusta County and beyond so you can plan ahead with friends and family.
Staunton’s ‘Holly Jolly Christmas’ Parade on Dec. 1
- START TIME:7 p.m. Monday, Dec. 1
Organized by the Staunton Downtown Development Organization presents, “A Holly Jolly Christmas,” which is the theme of the 2025 Staunton Christmas Parade at 7 p.m. on Dec. 1 through the downtown area.
This year’s parade grand marshal is Cassie Mierzwa, the 2025 Staunton employee of the year…