GM Financial Parade of Lights Tickets

The GM Financial Parade of Lights is Fort Worth's beloved annual illuminated parade, a storied tradition dating back to 1983. Sponsored by GM Financial, this festive procession lights up Downtown Fort Worth with a dazzling display of floats, lights, and music. The Grand Marshal for the most recent edition is Chris Cassidy, President & CEO of the National Medal of Honor Museum Foundation. This page highlights the performer GM Financial Parade of Lights, along with how to watch, attend, and participate in this city-wide celebration.

Whether you’re planning to secure a spot along the parade route on Weatherford at Throckmorton Streets or want to catch the TXA-21 broadcast, we’ve got you covered with up-to-date event details and viewing options. Downtown parking, TEXRail access, and streaming options on Facebook make this a family-friendly, accessible holiday event that draws visitors from across the region.

Upcoming editions are typically held on a Sunday in late November. For the 2025 parade, tune in on Sunday, November 30, 2025 at 6:00 PM local time. The route travels from Weatherford at Throckmorton Streets, through downtown Fort Worth to 3rd Street, with the theme SPARKLE, DAZZLE, SHINE! Viewers can enjoy free parade viewing with reserved Street Seats available for purchase, along with live options on TXA-21 and streaming on Facebook. Plan ahead: downtown streets close early, but multiple parking options and TEXRail access keep it convenient. For ongoing updates, follow #ParadeofLightsFW and the official channels linked below.

Socials: Facebook, Instagram. Official hashtag: #ParadeofLightsFW.