SEBASTIAN — The City of Sebastian will launch its holiday season next week with a tree-lighting ceremony and photo opportunities with Santa and the Grinch at Riverview Park, followed by the annual Christmas parade Dec. 5.
Holiday Tree Lighting & Selfies with Santa & the Grinch
The Holiday Tree Lighting & Selfies with Santa & the Grinch is scheduled for Thursday, November 19, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Riverview Park. Organizers say the free event will include lighting the Christmas tree, family activities, food trucks, hot cocoa, and other holiday treats.
Attendees are encouraged to bring phones and cameras to take photos with Santa and the Grinch for Christmas cards.
2026 Christmas Parade
The 2026 Christmas Parade will be on Saturday, December 5, at 6:30 p.m., starting at the Main Street Boat Ramp and traveling south along Indian River Drive, ending at Riverview Park. After the parade, families can visit Santa and continue the festivities at the park.
Those interested in participating in the parade can register here. The registration deadline is Monday, November 23, 2026.
The City of Sebastian presents both events. Community sponsors include The Concordia Group, Mulligan’s Beach Sports Bar, Highland Homes Roofing, Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital, Spirit of Sebastian, Clearwave, iThink Financial, Sebastian Daily, Bay Street Pharmacy, and Publix.