FRIDAY, DEC. 4, 2026 – 4 to 8 p.m.

The annual Johnstown community event that brings visitors, neighbors, families, and friends to celebrate the season together, in the heart of historic downtown Johnstown. This cherished tradition transforms our streets into a festive showcase of lights, music, and local charm.

Overview of event for the evening:

Colonial Stroll from 4pm-8pm

Official Stroll Map released prior to the event showcasing downtown businesses that plan to be open for strolling, shopping & eating.

Holiday Parade starts at 6pm – Parade down Main Street, ends at the Park

Join neighbors, family & friends as community leaders, organizations & businesses parade down Main Street with festive cheer.

Lighting of the Tree in the Park – immediately following the Holiday Parade, join us as we count down and light up the tree in the park to officially kick off the Holiday Season

Other Planned Programming & Activities

Pictures with Santa at St. Patrick’s Lodge – Stroll down to St. Patrick’s Lodge, one of the oldest Masonic Lodges in the state, enjoy Cookies & Cocktails (21+) and make lasting memories as the kids take fireside pictures with Santa Claus – the perfect cozy evening to kick off your holiday season!

Festival of Wreaths at the Lodge – PLANNING STAGES

Live Music at the Lodge – PLANNING STAGES

Live Nativity Play in the Park – Sing along to Christmas Carols with the New Covenant Church of Johnstown & Springer’s Farm as they reenact the Christmas Story right in the park — a Johnstown tradition lasting more than 25 years.

Colonial re-enactment & living history programming – PLANNING STAGES

Horse & Carriage Rides around the Park – PLANNING STAGES

Please feel free to contact us directly anytime with questions.

The Colonial Stroll & Holiday Parade Sub-Committee Email us at ctse@cityofjohnstown.ny.gov Scan QR code to visit our FB Page and DM us @JohnstownTourismCommittee