If you missed the Gentex Santa Parade in downtown Grand Rapids, not to worry, the surrounding communities have you covered!

Zeeland

Magical Christmas Parade

Date: Mon., Nov. 27

Start Time: 6:30 p.m.

Show up fifteen minutes early to watch the Christmas tree lighting at 6:15 p.m. Last year, there was a delightful Tuba Christmas concert prior to the parade composed of brass players of all ages. This year, downtown Zeeland’s sidewalk is under construction (businesses remain open) though that won’t stop Santa Claus from making an appearance. zeelandfestivals.com/magical-christmas-parade

Holland

Parade of Lights

Date: Tues., Nov. 28

Start Time: 6:30 pm

Beginning on 8th Street and Columbia, the Parade of Lights will make its way down to the Holland Civic Center. Over 70 businesses and organizations participate in the parade annually. holland.org/events/parade-lights-2

Grand Haven

Jingle Bell Parade

Date: Sat., Dec. 2

Start Time: 6 p.m.

The Chamber of Commerce Grand Haven, Spring Lake, Ferrysburg will be hosting the 31st Annual Jingle Bell Parade in Grand Haven. The parade will start at 6 p.m. on Franklin St and will end at Central Park for the lighting of the Christmas tree. grandhavenchamber.org/play/jingle-bell-parade

Saugatuck

Christmas Parade and Cookie Decorating

Date: Sat., Dec. 2

Start Time: 1 p.m.
Stick around after the parade and visit Santa’s Workshop from 3 – 5 p.m. in the Puddingstone (237 Butler St) classroom to decorate cookies! Courtesy of Santa’s Elves (The Saugatuck High School Culinary Arts Club). saugatuck.com/events-1/saugatuck-christmas-parade-and-cookie-decorating