Quick take
- The parade rolls at 7 p.m. Thu., Dec. 3. The theme is "Santa's Work: Where Christmas Magic is Made," the El Dorado News-Times reported.
- Entries are due by 4:30 p.m. Thu., Nov. 19, at the El Dorado-Union County Chamber of Commerce, 111 W. Main. The chamber is also seeking sponsors.
- Horses and riders return after being pulled in 2025 over an equine herpesvirus outbreak.
- A tribute to area firefighters who fought this year's wildfires is planned. Info: 870-863-6113 or goeldorado.com.
Sign-ups are open for the 2026 El Dorado Christmas Parade, which rolls at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 3, the El Dorado News-Times reported. This year's theme is "Santa's Work: Where Christmas Magic is Made."
How to enter
Individuals, businesses, schools, churches, dance groups and community groups can register through 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, at the El Dorado-Union County Chamber of Commerce, 111 W. Main, which organizes the parade. The chamber is also looking for sponsors. Call 870-863-6113 or visit goeldorado.com.
What's new
- Horses are back. Horse entries were pulled from the 2025 parade because of an equine herpesvirus outbreak. This year organizers have a sponsor and want more horses and riders.
- Firefighter tribute. South Arkansas Now plans a tribute to area firefighters, including the El Dorado Fire Department, who fought this year's wildfires. Details are still coming.
The parade still drew 142 entries last year. Its route runs mostly along West Avenue.