December 12, 2026
Be Part of the 2026 Yucaipa Christmas Parade!
This Christmas, we’re celebrating the season with a little extra red, white & blue!
In honor of America’s 250th birthday, this year’s theme is UNITED WE CELEBRATE — a festive celebration of community, country, and Christmas cheer. Gather your equestrian group, decorate your float, deck out your vehicle, or lace up your walking shoes and join us for one of Yucaipa’s favorite holiday traditions!
Businesses • Community Groups • Schools • Clubs • Churches • Families & More
Show your patriotic Christmas spirit and help us make this year’s parade one to remember!
Registration is now open!
November 25 at 12pm – Regular Entry Deadline at $25 per entry
December 4 at 12pm – Late Entry Deadline at $40 per entry
- Fill out the 2026 Christmas Parade Application by clicking here.
- After submitting your application, you can pay through Zelle below.
Foundation of Yucaipa Rotary Club Inc.
909-292-6908
Please include the name of your parade entry with your Zelle payment.
For any questions or help with the application please contact Chelsea Sinske at 951-212-2234 or dr.sinske@gmail.com.
FEE IS WAIVED for entries from Yucaipa-Calimesa Unified School District and other entries from other local USDs (e.g., karate schools are not exempt and will need to pay the entrance fee). Also, nonprofits are exempt from paying the entrance fee; if they provide their EIN number (501(c)(3) tax ID number).
Submission of an entry application does not guarantee acceptance into the parade. Parade organizers reserve the right to refuse or remove any entry that does not comply with parade rules, event standards, or safety requirements. All applicants and participants are required to abide by the published Parade Rules below. Entry fees must be received within 48 hours of application submission; applications without timely payment may be cancelled. Participation is confirmed only after the application and required payment have been received and the entry has been accepted by parade organizers.
Parade Rules
- Santa Claus: Only the Santa provided by the parade committee will be allowed.
- No Semi Trucks (18 Wheelers) No Trailers Longer than 25 feet.
- Vehicle/Float Conduct: Stay in/on your vehicle or float at all times.
- Stopping during the parade is NOT allowed.
- No revving up motors in a parade.
