The Spring Hill Christmas Parade is 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026, rain or shine, north on Main Street from Spring Hill Elementary. Route and rules.

Last checked Oct. 19, 2026. This page is updated each year. Details come from the city’s Christmas Parade page, parade rules and registration and parade contest information.

The 2026 Spring Hill Christmas Parade steps off at 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, rain or shine, and runs north on Main Street from Spring Hill Elementary School. It is a lighted evening parade, put on by Spring Hill Parks and Recreation. Only dangerous or severe weather would postpone it.

Who to call

  • Parade questions and entries: Spring Hill Parks and Recreation, 931-487-0027, parks@springhilltn.org, 4237 Port Royal Road, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays
  • Traffic on parade night: Spring Hill Police Department non-emergency dispatch, 931-486-2632

The route

According to the parade rules:

  1. Floats line up from 3 p.m. beside Spring Hill Elementary School, 5359 S. Main St., entering from Beechcroft Road onto Toone Prados Street.
  2. The parade goes north on Main Street (US 31) to Miles Johnson Parkway.
  3. It turns west on Miles Johnson Parkway to Bellshire Way, and floats exit at Lowe’s.

Main Street between Spring Hill Elementary and Miles Johnson Parkway is the place to watch. Harvey Park, 4001 Miles Johnson Parkway, is the drop-off point for float riders who leave early, and walking groups leave the route at the First Baptist Church parking lot. The city has not yet published road closure times; we will add them when it does. For other traffic, see our road construction page.

What to expect

  • Lights: every entry is asked to use Christmas lights, because the parade runs after dark.
  • One Santa: the city’s official Santa and Mrs. Claus ride on their own float; no other entry may include a traditional Santa.
  • No candy: nothing may be handed out or tossed into the crowd.
  • No animals, no smoking or alcohol near the entries, and a forward-moving parade with no stops for performances.
  • Bring: warm clothes and a chair; the city says to dress warmly.

Entering the parade

  • Registration: through the city’s parade registration form. Entry fees must be paid in full by 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 30, 2026.
  • Rules: entries must be decorated, safe and driven by licensed, insured drivers; maximum height 14 feet; walking groups need at least 10 people.
  • Prizes: judges start at 4 p.m. in line-up. The Mayor’s Award for best overall entry carries a $500 prize; the Grand Marshal’s Award, the Gerald Beckham Holiday Spirit Award and the FireBelle Award for best decorated vehicles carry $300 each, according to the contest page.
  • Grand marshal: nominations are open through Nov. 1.

Tree lighting

The City of Spring Hill has not announced a 2026 Christmas tree lighting on its calendar or parks pages. We will add the date, time and place here as soon as the city posts them.

Nearby

Franklin, about 12 miles north: the city lights its tree on the square on Friday, Dec. 4, and the Franklin Christmas Parade rolls down Main Street at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, according to the City of Franklin and the Downtown Franklin Rotary Club.

What this means for you

Plan to be on Main Street before 5 p.m. on Dec. 12, and expect traffic around US 31 and Miles Johnson Parkway that evening.

Related guides: things to do this month, parks and trails, getting around Spring Hill and holiday lights and Christmas events.

Frequently asked questions

When is the Spring Hill Christmas parade in 2026?

Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026, at 5 p.m., rain or shine. Only dangerous or severe weather may postpone it.

What is the Spring Hill Christmas parade route?

It starts at Spring Hill Elementary School and goes north on Main Street to Miles Johnson Parkway, then west on Miles Johnson Parkway to Bellshire Way, with floats exiting at Lowe’s.

Do they throw candy at the Spring Hill Christmas parade?

No. Parade rules forbid handing out or tossing anything into the crowd, including candy.

How do I enter a float in the Spring Hill Christmas parade?

Register through the city’s parade rules and registration page. Entry fees must be paid by 5 p.m. Nov. 30, 2026, and every entry must be decorated and lighted.

Is there a Christmas tree lighting in Spring Hill?

The city has not announced a 2026 tree lighting. We will add it here when it does.