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    Over 45 floats, dancers, bands, and more!

     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
    3 images from the Sparkle Parade: (1) A large bird puppet (2) Twilight Twirlers, waving glowing batons (3) Ghostbusters, wearing Santa Hats and string-light necklaces

     

    This information is from 2023. Save the date for next year: December 8th, 2024! 

    The Sparkle Parade features over 45 floats & groups, including marching bands, dancers, characters, puppets, and more -- all covered with dazzling, twinkling lights! The Sparkle Parade steps off at 6:00 p.m, starting at the intersection of Mount Vernon Hwy & Hildebrand Dr. The parade walks down Mount Vernon Hwy, turning left onto Galambos Rd. The parade walks past the 3-story-tall Tree & ends in front of Sandy Springs City Hall. 

    Viewing Areas

    Sparkle Wonderland (Mount Vernon Hwy, West of Sandy Springs Circle)

    Best spot to view the parade! Enjoy the NEW walk-through attraction, Sparkle Wonderland, featuring snow machines and larger-than-life parade balloons: Santa, Rudolph, and more. This is the most magical spot to view the parade, surrounded by falling snow & favorite holiday characters. Plus, you've got prime access to hot cocoa! Learn more about the Sparkle Wonderland 

    Mount Vernon Hwy (East of Sandy Springs Circle)

    The parade continues down Mount Vernon Hwy. Both sides of the road may have bike barricades, so anticipate standing to view the parade. 

    Galambos Rd (In front of Sandy Springs City Hall)

    The best spot to view the tree lighting! The crowds tend to be the largest in this area. Both sides of the road may have bike barricades, so anticipate standing to view the parade. 

     

    Map of Sparkle Sandy Springs. All information is included in website text.
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    Schedule 

    Subject to change. Road closures begin at 3pm.