Franklin Christmas Parade

Historic Downtown Franklin | 95 East Main Street, Franklin, NC 28734
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A long-running holiday parade winding through Historic Downtown Franklin, featuring festive music, floats, and community participants. The 2026 parade theme is “Santa’s Helpers, Making Spirits Bright.” The parade begins at 1:00 p.m. on Franklin’s Main Street.

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