MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Downtown Murfreesboro was filled with holiday cheer Sunday afternoon as the 2025 Murfreesboro Christmas Parade, themed “A Sweet Christmas,” brought the community together for one of the city’s most beloved traditions.

The annual second-Sunday-in-December event once again drew crowds downtown as festive floats, marching bands, dancers, and local organizations paraded down Main Street in celebration of the Christmas season.

🎄 Parade Coverage on BigGTV
BigGTV streamed the parade live, allowing viewers to follow every float, performance, and memorable moment as it unfolded. Those who attended in person can also rewatch the parade and catch anything they may have missed through the replay.

Live coverage of the parade was produced by Stewarts Creek Television, highlighting the students’ exceptional work in local broadcast production.
👉 Learn more at: https://youtube.com/@stewartscreektelevision?si=1YXOZVB18O2Qwuov

This year’s parade was led by Grand Marshal Bill Allen, a Navy veteran, D-Day survivor, and Murfreesboro hometown hero, adding a meaningful and historic highlight to the celebration.

🎅 Santa Closed the Parade
The event concluded with the arrival of Santa Claus and his sleigh, one of the most anticipated and cherished moments of the parade.

📍 Parade Route
The parade began at East Main Street and Middle Tennessee Boulevard, traveled around the downtown square, and concluded at East Main Street and Walnut Street.

🚧 Traffic & Road Closures
Several downtown streets were closed during the parade, including:

• East Main Street from Womack to Walnut Street

• North Walnut Street between West Vine Street and West College Street

• Detours along Middle Tennessee Boulevard at East Lytle Street and East Vine Street

• Alumni Drive for parade activities

🤝 Presented By
Coverage of the 2025 Murfreesboro Christmas Parade on BigGTV was presented by Kenneth Barrett for Sheriff, Farm Bureau Insurance - Adam Tipton, Middle Tennessee Electric, and Woodfin Funeral Chapels.

📺 Watch the Replay
Full parade replays are available on BigGTV for anyone who missed the live broadcast or wants to relive the magic.

The 2025 Murfreesboro Christmas Parade once again proved to be one of the city’s most heartwarming holiday traditions, bringing music, memories, and Christmas spirit to the heart of the community.