Chesapeake Rotary Christmas Parade

About this event

Join us for our 43rd annual Chesapeake Rotary Christmas Parade! Kick off the holiday festivities with the Holly Jolly Jog Fun Run at 5:30 PM, followed by the spectacular parade at 6:00 PM! This year's patriotic theme, "America250: A Christmas Celebration," honors our nation's 250th anniversary while celebrating the joy, traditions, and spirit of the holiday season.

The parade is proudly chaired by Rotarian Harry Murphy and presented by Chesapeake Regional Healthcare. The Chesapeake Rotary Club is honored to partner with the City of Chesapeake to continue this beloved 43-year holiday tradition, bringing together families, friends, local organizations, and businesses for an unforgettable evening of community celebration.

Bundle up, line the parade route, and join us as we celebrate Christmas, community, and America's 250th birthday in one spectacular holiday event!

Parade Route: The parade begins at Mount Pleasant Road and Battlefield Boulevard and ends in front of City Hall on Cedar Road. Roads close to all traffic at 4:00 PM to approximately 9:00 PM in and around this parade. For the easiest parking and great views, come down to the Municipal Complex behind the Central Library on Cedar Road. There will also be food vendors and portable bathrooms. See the event website for a map.

Additional Information: Public Transit: Bus Route 14 will not be able to service Cedar Road from Battlefield Boulevard to Albemarle Drive between 4:00 PM and 9:00 PM. Hampton Roads Transit advises its customers to board or disembark at either Cedar Road and Albermarle Drive or Cedar Road and Pines of Warwick during this time.

The Great Bridge Community Center (212 Holt Drive) will be open during the parade offering bathrooms, snacks and family fun.