Saturday, November 14
Unwrapping the Season Saturday Nov. 14, 2026
Get ready to kick off the holidays at Santa’s Grand Arrival Parade! This merry celebration along N. Cattlemen Rd. features giant balloons, fantastical floats, marching bands, dance troupes and a special appearance by the one-and-only Santa Claus. The excitement continues with thrilling FMX stunts by Nik Wallenda’s Wonderland Circus, the lighting of UTC’s 50-foot holiday tree, dazzling fireworks and an after-party concert featuring country music star Niko Moon.
Event Highlights
3:00-5:00 PM | Kids’ Zone
Kick off the fun on The Green with games and crafts presented by Grace Community Church
4:15-5:30 PM | Pre-Party Entertainment
Enjoy live music on the main stage by Ashley Lux Band, strolling holiday characters and giveaways
6:00 PM | Tree Lighting Performance
Watch FMX riders from Nik Wallenda’s Wonderland Circus soar through the air with thrilling stunts before UTC’s 50-foot holiday tree lights up the night
6:30 PM | Santa’s Grand Arrival Parade
Cattlemen will come alive with giant balloons, dazzling floats, marching bands, dance troupes and Santa’s grand arrival
7:30 PM | Fireworks Spectacular
Look to the sky for a dazzling fireworks display
8:00 PM | After-Party Concert
Rock around the Christmas tree with a live musical performance by Niko Moon
Road Closures
Portions of N. Cattlemen Road will close to traffic beginning at 4:00 p.m. Arrive early to enjoy the pre-parade entertainment and allow extra time for parking.
Free Event Parking
Free event parking will be available throughout UTC, with additional parking at these locations:
- East side of Mall at UTC: grass lot between CITY HOME and the Wonderland Circus tent
- Cattlemen Road: Lot south of Homewood Suites
- Nathan Benderson Park: Regatta Island and other areas of the park will remain open during the event
PARADE PARTNERS
