Redlands Neighbor · Seasonal Guide
Christmas Events in Redlands 2026
The parade, the tree lighting and more, with real dates and times. Here are the Redlands Christmas events for 2026, from the tree lighting to the Redlands Christmas Parade.
Info checked Oct 24, 2026 · Sources linked in the textThe big Christmas events in Redlands for 2026, in date order.
November 19: Downtown tree lighting
5 to 8 PM at Ed Hales Park (5th and E State St). Music, free hot cocoa, a bounce house and crafts. Lights on at 6 PM. (AboutRedlands)
December 5: Redlands Christmas Parade
- When: Saturday, December 5, 2026, at 6 PM.
- Where: State Street, downtown.
- Theme: "Hometown Christmas," per the Kiwanis Club parade site.
- Street closures: State Street from 3 PM, 5th to 8th Streets from 4 PM, per the AboutRedlands holiday guide. Come early for a spot.
December 5 and 6: YMCA Holiday Boutique and Home Tour
The AboutRedlands calendar lists the YMCA Holiday Boutique and Pantry on December 5 and 6 from 9 AM, and the YMCA Holiday Home Tour on December 6 from 9:30 AM. See the YMCA of the East Valley for tickets.
Feast of Lights at the University of Redlands
A holiday program of music and spoken word in the Memorial Chapel. Sources do not agree on 2026 times: one AboutRedlands page lists December 5 and 6 at 7:30 PM and December 7 at 4 PM, and another lists December 6 at 4 and 7 PM. Check the University of Redlands before you plan.
Kimberly Crest
Holiday Lighting with Santa photos, and evening tours December 10 to 20. Details are in our Christmas lights guide.
Letters to Santa
The AboutRedlands guide says the Redlands Visitor Center takes letters to Santa all day on November 21 and December 15, and that Santa will reply to every letter.
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We cover Redlands, South Redlands, Mentone and Loma Linda. Dates and times can change, so always check the linked source before you go.
FAQ
When is the Redlands Christmas Parade 2026?
Saturday, December 5, 2026, at 6 PM on State Street. The theme is Hometown Christmas.
When is the Redlands tree lighting 2026?
Thursday, November 19, 2026, 5 to 8 PM at Ed Hales Park. Lights go on at 6 PM.
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Hours, prices and schedules come from each place's official website or its public Google Maps listing, checked Oct 20, 2026, and can change. Always check the linked official page before you go. No business paid to be in this article. Not affiliated with the places listed.
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