Every year the annual Christmas Eve Parade goes on a 23–mile journey through the City of Lynn. The parade was started in 1986 by Rich Viger and John’s Oil. Rich Viger passed away on Jan. 24, 2013, but a dedicated committee keeps the parade running every year.

The parade will begin at 5pm from Austin Sq. and follow the traditional route. See the detailed route and estimated times below, via our interactive map. On the night of be sure to follow their Facebook page (by clicking here) for updates as to where they are.

Christmas Eve Parade Route ** Please note that all times shown are approximate** 5:00 P.M. Summer st: Austin Square

5:15 P.M. Boston St: Myrtle St: Holyoke St: O’Callaghan Way

5:30 P.M. Walnut St: Linwood Rd: N. Franklin St: Right onto

5:45 P.M. Boston St: Cottage St: McDonough Square

6:00 P.M. Western ave: Market Sq: S Common st: Pleasant St: State St

6: 30 P.M. Broad St: Lewis St: Lafayette Park

6:45 P.M. Fayette St: Essex St: to Chestnut St

7:15 P.M. Western Ave: Chatham St: Lewis St: Left onto

7:45 P.M. Eastern Ave: to Western Ave:

8:00 P.M. Stanwood Rd: Fernwood Ave: Chase Rd: Euclid Ave: to Broadway

8:30 P.M. Jenness St: Den Quarry Rd: Cedar Brook Rd:

9:00 P.M. York Rd: Casco Rd.

9:15 P.M. Lynnfield St: Wyoma Sq:

9:30 P.M. Broadway: Boston St: Lynngate Plaza.

10:00 PM Santa & Mrs.Claus heads back home to The North Pole 🎅

Want to re-watch last year’s parade? Check it our on our website below!