Thank you for registering to participate in the 35th Annual Edisto Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 13, 2025! We are excited to celebrate with you again this year. The parade begins at 2:00 PM, and detailed instructions are included below to help make line-up smooth and safe for everyone. The list of rules is also attached to this email. We can’t wait to see your festive creativity!
LINE-UP INSTRUCTIONS & DIRECTIONS
Where to Line Up Line-up will take place on Palmetto Blvd. (600 Block) starting at Atlantic Street. The parade will begin at the intersection of Atlantic St. & Palmetto Blvd. and will end at the Pavilion/EnMarket Gas Station.
Parade Leaders This is the group that leads the parade, it includes the Grand Marshal, Mayor & Town Council, County Council, and Sheriff’s Office. Anyone in this category should plan to show early to secure their spot. Otherwise, you may have to wait to pull to the front once the road is closed right before the parade begins.
Arrival & Order of Entry
Important: Palmetto Blvd. will NOT be closed during a majority of the line-up process.
One lane (left lane) must remain open for through-traffic.
Please pull as far to the right/ocean side as possible and use caution at all times.
Line-up begins at 1:00 PM. Please arrive with enough time to get in place safely before the 2:00 PM start.
Aside from the official parade leaders listed above and the fire trucks/Santa at the end, all other entries line up in the order they arrive.
Line-Up will be in the right lane, please be sure to pull up behind the person in front of you to leave room for everyone else behind you.
It is okay to leave a little extra space if someone is joining your group.
Arriving from Hwy 174
Turn right onto Jungle Rd.
Continue to the stop sign at Lybrand St.
Turn left onto Lybrand.
Turn left again onto Palmetto Blvd. Line-Up area is on the block after you pass Portia St.
JUDGING INFORMATION All parade participants are eligible for judging.
You will receive a numbered sign during line-up to help judges identify your entry.
Judges will be stationed at a house along Palmetto Blvd.
We will provide the exact location during line-up on parade day.
Please stop briefly in front of the judges so they have enough time to view your entry.
Judges will select winners in two categories, based on how festive and on-theme your entry is:
Best Float/Trailer
Best On Wheels (Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles, Golf Carts, Scooters & Bikes)
A runner-up award will also be presented in both categories.
Winners will receive their awards and take photos immediately after the parade, and results will be posted on the Edisto Chamber website and social media (@EdistoChamber).
PARADE REMINDERS
The parade starts promptly at 2:00 PM.
Drive slowly and maintain a safe distance between your entry and the one in front of you; while also being mindful to keep up the pace.
Be mindful of spectators, especially children near the parade route.
Fire trucks and Santa will close the parade at the end.
If you have any questions beforehand, feel free to reach out. We are so grateful for your participation and the joy you help bring to this community tradition.
See you at the parade!
------------------------------------------------ EDISTO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE *Please note: our physical and mailing addresses are now the same. 42 Station Ct. #1 Edisto Island, SC 29438 P: 843.869.3867 E: [email protected]
where to line up before the parade & where it will end
LINE-UP INSTRUCTIONS & DIRECTIONS Line-up will take place on Palmetto Blvd. (600 Block) starting at Atlantic Street. The parade will begin at the intersection of Atlantic St. & Palmetto Blvd.
Where the Parade will End The parade will end at the Pavilion/EnMarket Gas Station.
parade reminders
The parade starts promptly at 2:00 PM.
Drive slowly and maintain a safe distance between your entry and the one in front of you; while also being mindful to keep up the pace.
Be mindful of spectators, especially children near the parade route.
Fire trucks and Santa will close the parade at the end.
