2026 Santa Visits on the Lowell Showboat VI
Saturday, December 5 – Christmas Festivities & Night-Time Santa Parade.
- Santa Visits on the Showboat from 2 PM to 4 PM. Hot cocoa and cookies in the Chamber, sponsored by LMCU-Lowell.
- Additional activities throughout the day include the 40th Annual Fine Art & Makers Market at the Lowell High School, library book sale, live nativity at Heidi’s Farmstand, Rudolph’s Craft Workshop with Curiosity Corner, and a pancake supper to benefit Lowell’s Open Table.
- The Annual Night-Time Santa Parade starts at 6 PM. Sponsored by Miss P’s Catering. Parade theme: Christmas on the Farm. The parade steps off from S Broadway St and heads east on Main St, ending at the Lowell United Methodist Church.
Wednesday, December 9 – Santa Visits from 4:30 PM to 7 PM, Sponsored by Litehouse Family YMCA
Friday, December 11 – Nite of Cheer, Santa Visits from 4 PM to 7:30 PM. All other activities, including cocoa & cookies in the Chamber, are from 5:30 – 7:30 PM. In partnership with Roger’s Neighborhood Realty, Artic Heating & Cooling, and Lowell Area Historical Museum.
Saturday, December 12 – Santa Visits from 10 AM to 1 PM, Sponsored by Lowell Rotary Club
Wednesday, December 16 – Santa Visits from 4:30 PM to 7 PM, Sponsored by Lifewise Academy Lowell
Saturday, December 19 – Santa Visits from 10 AM to 1 PM, Sponsored by J&K Roadside Assistance
Notice for Santa Visits:
- The line to visit Santa is outdoors. Please dress accordingly.
- Depending on the size of the line, the line to see Santa will close roughly 20-30 minutes prior to the posted end time. Long lines require the early closure to adhere to Santa’s busy schedule this time of year.
- Your photo will not be printed. Photos will be available on the photographer’s Facebook page and/or you may take your own.
- Suggested $2 donation per child.
- Event dates/times are subject to change. Please check the Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce Facebook page before heading out.
2026 Annual Night-Time Santa Parade
Saturday, December 5, 2026 – Starts at 6 PM
Theme: Christmas on the Farm
Sponsored by Miss P’s Catering
PARADE NOTES for today, Saturday, December 5:
- No parking on Main Street after 4 PM. Let’s make sure all our kiddos get a great view of the parade.
- Parade line-up is at Recreation Park (former fairgrounds) from 4:45 -5:45 PM. We’ll begin moving at 5:55 PM.
- Main Street will close at 5:45 PM, from Hudson/Main to Jackson/Main (from Shell to the Methodist Church). Arrive early. Enjoy the Social District and the shops while you’re here.
- The Annual Night-Time Santa Parade, “Christmas on the Farm” is sponsored by Miss P’s Catering, starts at 6 PM.
2025 Parade Finalists!
2025 – 1st Place – Lowell Light & Power
2025 – 2nd Place – The Barn for Equine Learning
2025 – 3rd Place – Lowell Girls Basketball
2025 – Honorable Mention – Herrington’s Waste Service
2025 People’s Choice – Integrity Tree Service
Christmas Festivities are funded in part by:
