KATY CHRISTMAS
EXPRESS PARADE
Our Signature Tradition
As the sun sets over Downtown Smithville, the magic of Christmas comes rolling down Main Street! The Katy Christmas Express Parade brings the community together for a festive evening of twinkling lights, decorated floats, holiday music, and good old-fashioned hometown cheer.
Thanks to our Katy Christmas Express Parade Sponsor
PARADE DETAILS
SATURDAY, DEC. 5, 2026
6:30 PM — PARADE BEGINS
Starts from South Main, heads North
All aboard! Watch for Santa as he makes his grand arrival aboard the Ann Powell Express Trolley, bringing Christmas cheer to the Katy Yard. Gather the family and give Old Saint Nick a warm Smithville welcome!
JOIN THE PARADE
TBD — LINE-UP BEGINS
Be Part of the Katy Line Christmas Express Parade!
Want to join the celebration? Decorate your float, vehicle, or holiday entry and become part of Smithville's lighted Christmas parade!
No advance registration is required. Participants simply complete their registration paperwork when they arrive at the parade lineup on December 5.
Parade lineup location, arrival times, and participation guidelines will be posted as details are finalized.