Pacific Grove Sets December 3 Holiday Parade of Lights With ‘A Storybook Christmas’ Theme

PACIFIC GROVE, Monterey County — October 27, 2026. The Pacific Grove Chamber of Commerce has scheduled its 23rd annual Holiday Parade of Lights for Thursday, December 3, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. in downtown Pacific Grove.

The 2026 theme

This year’s organizers selected “A Storybook Christmas”, inviting community groups, schools, businesses and families to interpret holiday stories through illuminated floats, costumes and marching performances. The Chamber says participation in the parade is free and provides an application for groups wishing to take part.

Where to watch

The event is planned along Lighthouse Avenue. The organizers describe it as taking place rain or shine. Visitors should check up-to-date information about staging, vehicle restrictions, parking and accessibility before arriving; an event listing does not provide exact times for every block’s closure.

Businesses considering participation should review the official parade application rather than assume walk-on entries are permitted. Free entry for participants does not establish that every nearby parking space or vendor product is free.

Primary source: Pacific Grove Chamber — official December 3 Parade of Lights.

Editorial note: This is a future community event; timing remains subject to organizer changes.

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