The 60th Annual Mt. Carmel Christmas Parade
The Wabash County Chamber of Commerce will be sponsoring the 60th Annual Mt. Carmel Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 5th, 2026.
Line up begins at 3:00 PM at 3rd & Market Street.
The Parade starts at 5:15 PM and will proceed north on Market Street to Eighth.
Floats, groups, and bands are all invited to participate. Simply fill out the registration form and return it to the Wabash County Chamber of Commerce by December 3rd, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
Prizes will be awarded in the following categories (if applicable):
Best Use of Theme 
Best Use of Lights 
Best Decorated Vehicle Originality Award Spirit Award Best of Parade
NO ENTRY FEE
Please go to the registration table at 3rd & Market Street upon arrival for instructions.
Judging will begin at 4:00 PM sharp. Please illuminate your organization/business name so it is visible.
Have your lights on after lining up, as you will not know who the judges are.
The 2026 theme is “CELEBRATING 250 YEARS” We encourage the use of music, singing, Christmas lights, and even polishing up the old Jeep, tractor, or enchanted carriage! Whatever you decide to do, just make sure to HAVE SOME FUN!
NO SANTAS IN ANY FORM may be used in the parade. Jolly Ol’ Saint Nick himself will ride on the fire truck as the finale.
Also, in an effort to maintain the safety of our children, WE DO NOT ALLOW ANYTHING TO BE THROWN FROM THE PARADE ENTRY TO THE CROWD along the parade route. The committee encourages you to have WALKERS and HAND OUT ITEMS instead. Additionally, per City of Mt. Carmel ordinance, a cleanup crew must accompany ALL animals on city streets.
Please call (618) 262-5116 if you have any questions. Thank you for your participation!