Pre-Parade Party (6-8pm)

The information on this page is about a past event. Stay tuned for details about Lantern Parade 2026!

Before the Parade steps off, join us at the Pre-Parade Party at Steel Canyon Golf Club from 6 - 8 p.m. The party is packed with activities for everyone – whether you're marching in the parade or cheering from the sidelines. As a reminder, you must park at Event Parking (7840 Roswell Road), then take the shuttle (or walk) to the Pre-Parade Party (Parade Start). 

What to Expect 

👟 Parade Start - This party is the starting point for the parade! If you are walking in the parade, this is where you will line up. 

🎧 Live DJ - Dance, groove, and get in the parade spirit! Live DJs spin an upbeat mix of music, lead hula-hoop contests, and more. 

🎈 Balloon Artist - Watch the magic unfold as a balloon artist creates animals, swords, and other fun shapes! Perfect for kids and adults alike, these balloon creations are a fun keepsake from the evening. 

🧼 Bubble Station - Step into a world of bubbles! Kids can create giant, sparkling bubbles using all kinds of bubble-making gadgets and tools. Play with bubbles of all shapes and sizes for a unique, hands-on experience! 

💃 Stayin’ Alive Dance Crew – Right before parade line up, enjoy a performance from Stayin’ Alive, a non-profit dance crew of performers aged 50+. They inspire everyone to keep moving and grooving! 

🌭 Food Trucks - Savor delicious bites from a variety of food trucks: Bento Bus (Japanese-inspired fusion), Love at Wurst Sight (Hotdogs/American), Spice the Americas (North, Central, & South American), and Three Tikis (Hawaiian Shave Ice). 

Know Before You Go 

No Cars - For everyone's safety, Cars / Rideshare are NOT allowed near the parade route. Please park at Event Parking (7840 Roswell Road), then take the shuttle (or walk) to the Pre-Parade Party. 

Shuttle service begins at 6:00 p.m. - Shuttles run continuously throughout the event, so you can ride back to Event Parking (7840 Roswell Rd) at your convenience. The Party is 6 - 8 p.m., but shuttles run to/from the Pre-Parade Party location (Parade Start) until 10:00 p.m.

If you're walking in the parade, Shuttles also pick up at the Overlook Park (Parade End) after the parade.

Restrooms are available at Event Parking, Pre-Parade Party, and Overlook Park. 

The information on this page is about a past event. Stay tuned for details about Lantern Parade 2026!

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