Taft Christmas Parade

2026 event to be determined

December 8, 2025, 6-8 p.m.

An Oil Town Christmas is the 2025 theme

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Parade Route: Taft Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade begins on the 800 block of Center Street and continue east to the 200 block. The Taft Christmas Parade will travel down Center Street from 9th Street to 2nd Street. Directions: Parade route will be down Center Street from 9th Street to 2nd Street.

The special 80th annual holiday parade includes floats, equestrian and animals, classic autos, trucks and motorcycles, choral groups, service clubs, religious and nonprofits.

• Entry forms are available at the Chamber, 400 Kern Street
• Santa will be there!! 407 Center Street, Taft CA, 93268   Taft District Chamber of Commerce
• Line up for participants on Main Street. Judging of entries is at 407 Center Street.

The Taft Chamber is indebted to the Service Clubs of our community, Taft Lions, Midway Sunset Lions, Kiwanis, Rotary, and Soroptimists, along with the Historic Fort who have come together to share the tasks of preparing for the Parade.  All are invited to participate in the Parade.

Polar Express Holiday Light Tour

December 11, 12, 13, 18, 19 & 20, 2025, 5 p.m.

$5, Trains leave at 5, 6 & 7 p.m.

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Haybale Rides begin at Westside Tech, first come first serve. Tour participating houses. Stop by 5th Street Plaza Christmas Tree lot for hot cocoa and holiday snacks, then return to the Rec Center.

Events are not guaranteed. It is your responsibility to confirm before going.