(CDCCP, Inc.is a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Exempt Charitable Organization)
A Cambridge Tradition Since 1946
2026 Theme: "Hard Candy Christmas"
Cambridge-Dorchester Christmas Parade
Saturday, December 5, 2026
Lineup at 4 p.m
Parade at 5 p.m.
The Cambridge ~ Dorchester County Christmas Parade is held annually on the first Saturday in December each year. Once hailed as the 'largest nighttime parade', the parade continues each year as a timeless tradition throughout the decades.
The parade is hosted and brought to the community by a small group of community volunteers for their love of community and the Holiday Season. The parade is 100% donor-funded by local businesses, charities, and the community at large.
Each year brings something new and exciting, but always present are the glittering lights, sounds of music, Holiday cheer, and laughter. This year's parade will not disappoint. Below are buttons to register your entry online and to donate. You may also use the downloadable forms to print and mail with donations and entries. BANDS - please navigate to the band page for your entry form.
Now accepting entries for the 2026 Parade:
"Hard Candy Christmas".
Click on the Registration Button below to submit an entry online.
To mail an entry, click on the PDF button below to download the entry form to fill out and mail.
A Glimpse into Years Past
Celebrating the 72d from 2021
Celebrating the 67th from 2015
Enjoy the parade? Consider making a tax-deductible donation to ensure the event continues. The Cambridge - Dorchester Christmas Parade is 100% donor-funded & and volunteer-run and is a charitable organization as defined by the IRS, 501(c)3. Donating is easier than ever. Simply click to donate online using PayPal, or send us a check by mail.
Checks may be made payable to CDCCP, Inc.
Donor forms are available in the link below, either online or by mail.
Forms are encouraged but not necessary to be included with a donation.
To mail a donation, "Donate Now" button provides and printable form for mailing - checks payable to CDCCP, Inc.
Mail to P.O. Box 1083, Cambridge MD 21613
