Boonville Indiana Christmas Parade 2025 Date + Boonvillage Theme

My Favorite Christmas Parade Memories

I have so many fond memories of the Christmas parades growing up. My family would bundle up, grab our lawn chairs, and brave the cold to watch the floats go by. One year, we somehow landed the best seat in town, a window spot at a restaurant along the route. But my favorite memory was riding my horse in the parade.

My mom and I both brought our horses, but hers got a little too nervous, so I ended up riding solo. Luckily, I had a good one who didn’t care about the crowds, the music, or the flashing lights. He went along by himself like it was just another Saturday.

Passing the Reins to the Next Generation

Fast forward to 2023. When I found out our local parade still allowed horses, I knew my daughter had to experience it, too. We loaded up our guy Tucker and headed to the Boonville Christmas Parade with some friends.

We didn’t realize the horses were supposed to park at the library, so of course, we parked right in the middle of everything and everyone. I was a little nervous, thinking the clown cars or giant floats might spook them, but nope. They just stood there munching on hay like it was no big deal. Tucker’s biggest concern was why the kids were getting candy from Santa, and he wasn’t.

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From Grinch Green to Snoopy Spots

The first year my daughter rode, the parade theme was The Grinch. We painted Tucker green, and she dressed up like Cindy Lou Who. He was not impressed.

The next year, the theme was Peanuts. Since Tucker’s black and white, it only made sense that he’d be Snoopy and she’d be Woodstock. It was hilarious. Again, he was not impressed.

Actually, this is just his normal face. His nickname is Groucho. Don't worry, he had fun. He got lots of candy.

This year will be our third parade, and the girls are already counting down the days. It’s their second-favorite event of the year, right behind the county fair.

Boonville’s Beloved Christmas Parade - 2025 Info

Boonville, Indiana’s Christmas Parade is the longest continuously running Christmas parade in the state. The 79th Annual Boonville Christmas Parade happens Sunday, December 7th. The parade is set to begin at 2 PM. Judging will commence at 1 PM.

If you, your family, or your group wants to join the fun, there’s still time to enter,  but don’t wait too long. The deadline to register is November 10th. There are a lot of floats and entries, and you can win some fun trophies!

Parade Awards:

• Best Float Holiday Theme
• Best Float Religious Theme
• Best Business Unit
• Most Unique Entry
• Most Creative Entry
• Chairman’s Award
• President’s Award

Want to be IN the Boonville Christmas Parade? Here's What To Do

If your business/organization would like to secure a spot in the parade, you must fill out an entry form and mail it in by November 10th. And they are also looking for people to volunteer. Watch the Boonville Merchant Association Facebook for volunteer times or contact them directly.

Boonville IN Christmas Parade Route

You can sit anywhere along the route. I do know around the square at the beginning of the parade is where you'll see the biggest crowds.

Christmas in Boonville 2025 Theme + Info

And don’t forget about Christmas in Boonvillage on December 5th and 6th on the Square! This year's theme is the ABCs of Christmas. All I can think about is Stranger Things, but I'm sure they will be really creative with the decor.

Christmas in Boonville is so much fun. They plan on offering games, inflatables, hot cocoa, carriage rides, and even the wiggle train. It’s the perfect way to get into the Christmas spirit and support local shops and restaurants while you’re at it.

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