Macon-Bibb County Christmas Parade Set for December 15, 2024

Macon-Bibb County’s annual Christmas Parade will take place Downtown on Sunday, December 15, 2024, beginning at 4:00 p.m., with this year’s theme being “Macon Christmas Jolly.” The parade route will start at the Historic Macon Terminal Station, travel down Cherry Street, turn on First Street, and then turn on Mulberry Street to finish at Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard.

“This is a great opportunity for churches, dance schools, marching bands, nonprofits, schools, and more to participate in one of our greatest holiday traditions,” said Mayor Lester Miller. “Please join us in the parade or seated along the route cheering on Santa Claus and our amazing community partners.”

Registration is currently open for groups and organizations wishing to march in the Macon Christmas Jolly Parade. To participate, interested parties can fill out an online application by visiting this link.

All potential participants are encouraged to attend one of two virtual meetings scheduled for November 7 at 5:30 p.m. or November 18 at 5:30 p.m. Registration for these meetings can be completed using the following links:

• November 7 * 5:30 p.m.: Register Here
• November 18 * 5:30 p.m.: Register Here

All costs and rules to participate are outlined in the registration form. There are also a limited number of professional floats available to rent, and the organization will need to provide their own tow vehicle. To request one of these floats, select “Professional Float” in the registration.

For questions about participating in the Macon Christmas Jolly Parade on December 15, email mbcchristmasparade@maconbibb.us or call 478-751-7190.