Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and the Hammond Holiday Parade Committee invite you to attend the 2020 Hammond Holiday Parade on Saturday, Dec. 5th beginning at 10:00am. The parade starts at Gavit High School, 1670 – 175th Street, heads east to Indpls. Blvd. turns north on Indpls. Blvd. and proceeds down Indpls. Blvd. to end at the Hammond Sportsplex between 167th and 165th Streets. **Note: this is a route change from past years! **
The parade’s Grand Marshal this year is the cast from the Towle Theater. Those Funny Little People and area high school marching bands will also provide entertainment.
New this year before the parade, jump in on the Santa Sprint Fun Run! This one-mile run starts at 175th & Indianapolis and ends in front of the Sportsplex just past 165th Street. Shirts for the event are available for purchase online. There is no cost to enter, simply register at the event or pre-register online.
If your business/organization wishes to enter a float, vehicle, or walking group in the parade, please complete our Holiday Parade Participation Form. The entry deadline is November 18th.
Sponsorship opportunities are still available.
Don’t forget to bring your camera!
Call (219) 853-7708 for more information.