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The Foundation of Arts for Northeast Arkansas is excited to announce the 76th  Annual Jonesboro Christmas Parade will take place at 7p.m. on Friday, December 1st, 2023 in  Downtown Jonesboro.  This year’s theme is “A Merry Melody.” 

This year’s route will begin at Cate and Main Street and continue south down Main Street, until ending at Oak. 

Registration is now open at https://www.foachristmasparade.org until Friday, November 24th.  Parade staging information for participants will be emailed out the week of the parade. 

In addition to the parade day competitions of Best Float, Best Dance, Best Band, and Best Overall Performance, the FOA has a new float design competition this year, allowing participants to compete for the opportunity to host Santa and Mrs. Claus on their float.  Those interested may submit their original float that will feature the Clauses.  To enter, submit original designs online at http://www.foachristmasparade.org until November 1^st.  Winner will be announced November 3^rd.