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.
This year, the 36th Annual Grand Illumination Parade takes place in Downtown Norfolk on Saturday, November 19 at 7pm. The theme of this year’s parade is “Holiday Magic,” so get ready to see the streets filled with all things holiday!