Nekoosa Holiday Parade & Fireworks 2026

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Date and Time

Saturday Dec 5, 2026
5:15 PM - 9:00 PM CST

📅 SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2026 | 5:15 PM

🎄 NEKOOSA HOLIDAY PARADE
Parade Begins: 5:15 PM
Entrant Check-In: By 4:45 PM

📍 Starting Location:
Charles & JoAnn Lester Library
100 Park Street
Nekoosa, WI 54457

The parade will begin at the library, travel through downtown Nekoosa, and conclude at Goodfella’s Pizza.

🎆 HOLIDAY FIREWORKS DISPLAY | 6:30 PM

Following the parade, head to Riverside Park for a spectacular holiday fireworks display beginning at 6:30 PM.

📍 Riverside Park
916 Prospect Avenue
Nekoosa, WI 54457

Bring your family and friends and enjoy an evening filled with holiday lights, community spirit, and festive fun! 🎄✨

Location

📍 BUEHLER AVENUE & 100 PARK STREET | NEKOOSA, WI

🎄 PARADE ROUTE & STAGING

The Nekoosa Holiday Parade begins at the Charles & Joann Lester Library on Buehler Avenue, travels through the heart of downtown Nekoosa, and concludes at Goodfella’s Pizza located at 225 1st St. Nekoosa, WI 54457

🚶 WALKER DROP-OFF & STAGING:
Walkers may be dropped off at the Dollar General parking lot, which will serve as the designated staging area for parade participants. Please have walkers remain in the staging area until they are directed to join their parade entry.

🎆 Following the parade, continue to Riverside Park for the 6:30 PM holiday fireworks display!
Riverside Park is located at 916 Prospect Ave. Nekoosa, WI 54457

Fees/Admission

To enter or register, call 715-423-1830 or visit the Heart of Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce at 1120 Lincoln St., Wisconsin Rapids.
Business Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM

Interested in sponsoring the parade?
We would love to connect with local businesses and organizations interested in helping us make this cherished community tradition possible. Sponsorship opportunities provide valuable community visibility while helping bring the holiday spirit to families throughout the Wisconsin Rapids area.

Contact us at 715-423-1830 to learn more about sponsorship opportunities.

Website

http://www.wisconsinrapidschamber.com

Contact Information

Lacy Alling
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🎄 NEKOOSA HOLIDAY PARADE & FIREWORKS 🎆

KICK OFF THE HOLIDAY SEASON IN NEKOOSA!

Gather your family and friends and celebrate the magic of the season at the Nekoosa Holiday Parade & Fireworks! Enjoy a festive parade through the heart of Nekoosa, followed by a spectacular fireworks display at Riverside Park.

✨ NEKOOSA HOLIDAY PARADE | 5:15 PM 🎄
The parade begins at Charles & Joann Lester Library on Buehler Avenue and travels through Nekoosa before ending at Goodfella’s Pizza.

🎆 HYLAND’S FIREWORKS | 6:30 PM
After the parade, head to Riverside Park and watch the night sky light up with a spectacular holiday fireworks display!

Bring your family, invite your friends, and enjoy an evening filled with holiday lights, community spirit, and memories to last all season long! ❤️🎄✨