The holiday magic is coming back to McAllen! ✨ Mark your calendars and get ready to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year at the 2025 McAllen Holiday Parade, presented by H-E-B and powered by Bert Ogden Fiesta Dealerships, Reliant Energy®, McAllen International Airport, Lone Star National Bank, and South Padre Island. Buy your tickets and grab your seat now!
This isn’t just any parade — it’s the largest holiday and helium balloon parade in Texas, and you can be there LIVE to experience all the wonder, color, and cheer!
Enjoy a Big Night of Fun December 6, 2025
🎈 Stretching across a 1.5-mile stadium and street parade route, the McAllen Holiday Parade transforms the city into a dazzling winter wonderland.
Get ready to:
- Cheer for your favorite giant character balloons twirling through the sky in the all-new Vuelta Zones
- Marvel at illuminated floats, surprise performances, and celebrity appearances
- Groove along with marching bands and dance teams from across the region
- Soak in the excitement of Christmas in the Park, where the festivities continue before and after the parade
*We will be updating this page with further information as it is shared to the public.
🌟 Special Guests Take the Parade to New Heights
Joining the celebration are none other than the world-famous Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, who will dazzle the crowd with their energy, sparkle, and signature Texas pride. ✨ Get the latest news on all the special guests joining this year’s festivities online!
🎈 Volunteer and Be Part of the Magic
Ever dreamed of walking with a giant—balloon, that is? The McAllen Holiday Parade is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help bring Christmas Across America to life on December 6! Whether you want to be a balloon handler, banner carrier, or part of a parade volunteer team, there’s a place for you in the magic. No experience is needed—just bring your energy, enthusiasm, and holiday cheer! 🎅 To sign up, call the Las Palmas Community Center at 956-681-3350 or email pardvolunteers@mcallen.net today.
🎟️ Get Your Tickets Now
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the magic! Secure your Stadium Seating or Route Seating today to make sure you have the best view when the lights, music, and joy of the season fill the streets of McAllen.
👉 Buy your tickets now and be there live for Texas’s most spectacular holiday tradition.
