GM Financial Parade of Lights

08/25/2026

Save the Date for Fort Worth’s Favorite Holiday Tradition! 🎄✨

Mark your calendars! The GM Financial Parade of Lights returns to Downtown Fort Worth on Sunday, November 22.

Want the absolute best view of the floats, music, and holiday magic? Street Seats officially go on sale next Wednesday, September 2! Reserved seating sells out fast every year, so make sure to get yours early to secure front-row spots for the whole family.

👉 Head to fortworthparadeoflights.org to plan ahead and get ready to book your seats on Sept. 2!

07/03/2026

✨ SAVE THE DATE & JOIN THE SHOW! ✨

Mark your calendars: The GM Financial Parade of Lights returns to light up Downtown Fort Worth on Sunday, November 22, 2026! 🎄🚗🌟

Want to be part of the magic? Whether you have a marching band, a festive dance troupe, or want to build a spectacular illuminated float, we want YOU!

📅 Applications to participate officially open on JULY 15! 👉 Check out the entry guidelines and get ready to apply: https://fortworthparadeoflights.org/participate/

Applications will open on July 15! The GM Financial Parade of Lights is a light-filled parade through the #1 Downtown in the U.S.A. We typically seek a variety of float and special effect entries, including bands, groups and individuals, to participate including schools, competitive dance groups, ar...

12/22/2025

Did you miss the live TV broadcast of this year's GM Financial Parade of Lights? Do not fret; a 2nd broadcast will air on Christmas Eve -- this Wednesday, Dec. 24, from 8-10 p.m. on TXA 21, the sister station of CBS News Texas!

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all!

12/02/2025

12/01/2025

That's a wrap on the 2025 GM Financial Parade of Lights! 🎆✨ Thank you all for your grace with our reschedule and coming out & braving the cold! ❄️🥶 We appreciate you and all of the incredible Fort Worth community! ❤️🙌

11/30/2025

IT'S PARADE DAY, YA'LL!

Remember several street closures are in effect throughout Downtown Fort Worth to make way for the festivities. Here’s what you need to know:
--Starting at 6 a.m.: Highway ramps and multiple downtown streets will close. This includes Taylor, Lamar, Burnett, Cherry, and portions of 1st, 2nd, 3rd, Weatherford, and Florence Streets.
--At 3:30 p.m.: Primary streets along the parade route will close to traffic.
--Open Routes: Belknap, Lancaster, and North Main Streets will remain open for through traffic.

For a complete map and detailed list of closures and times, visit https://fortworthparadeoflights.org/parade-information/parking-and-access/.

Knowing the closures will help you find the best spot to enjoy the magic! ✨ See you soon!