It’s Parade Day in Ballston Spa!
Here’s everything you need to know for tonight’s Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting:
Parking
Check out the map below for free parking lots around the village.
- Milton Ave will close at 6:00 PM for the parade.
- We recommend arriving early to find parking and explore local shops or grab a bite to eat!
- Reminder: No parking is available in the Ballston Spa Public Library Parking Lot.

Public Restroom & Visitor’s Center
The National Bottle Museum is open for restroom use and as a cozy spot to warm up!
Parade Timing
- Parade steps off at 6:30 PM from South Street and Milton Ave.
- Route ends at West High Street and Milton Ave.
- Santa will light the tree in Wiswall Park right after the parade!
Safety First
- Crowd control barriers are up to keep everyone safe.
- Parents, please remind children to stay on the sidewalks. Candy will be delivered by parade participants – no need to run into the street!
Need to Warm Up Early?
Check out the businesses offering festive treats and activities tonight on our Facebook event page or on our Instagram stories.
Bundle up and get ready for a magical evening in Ballston Spa!
Thank you to our generous parade sponsors: MANGINO CHEVROLET INC, Mangino Buick GMC, Curtis Lumber Company, SLICFiber, Pompa Bros. Inc. Stone Quarry, A-Z Property Maintenance, Sterling Real Estate Group, Capital Region Chamber, MJP Heating & Cooling, Tree Top Techs, LLC, Sunmark Credit Union, and Evolution Construction Services, LLC

