Arts and Entertainment

Grand Illumination Parade

November 18 2023

7 p.m.
Downtown Norfolk Price: Free

The Grand Illumination Parade takes place every year on the Saturday before Thanksgiving, bringing thousands of spectators out to the streets of Downtown Norfolk to take in the beauty, magic and electric holiday spirit to kick off the season.

The 37th Annual Grand Illumination Parade takes place in Downtown Norfolk. The theme of this year’s parade is Gingerbread Dreams, so get ready to see the streets filled with all things holiday sweets!

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