Annual Tree Lighting and Christmas Parade

The Annual Tree Lighting and Christmas Parade are Wentzville traditions. Mayor Nick Guccione will officially begin the tree lighting ceremony at 5:30 p.m. in Historic Downtown Wentzville at the intersection of Luetkenhaus and Pearce boulevards. The parade will begin after the Tree Lighting Ceremony is complete (approximately 6 p.m.) at Pearce Hall located at 317 W. Pearce Blvd. in Wentzville. It will travel down east down Pearce Boulevard and turn left to head north on Luetkenhaus Boulevard. It will end at the Station 1 Firehouse located at 502 Luetkenhaus Blvd. in Wentzville. Following the parade, attendees may enjoy cookies, candy canes, hot chocolate and a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Station 1 Firehouse.

The Wentzville Downtown Business Association will provide awards for First Place ($100), Second Place ($50), Third Place ($25) and Honorable Mention.

Parade Float Application

Sunday, Dec. 6, 2026
5:30 p.m.

Historic Downtown Wentzville