Atlantic City's Largest Holiday Parade Brings Magic to the Boardwalk

ATLANTIC CITY – The spirit of the holidays was alive and thriving as Atlantic City hosted its largest and most magical Winter Wonderland Parade to date on Saturday, December 7, 2024.

Thousands of spectators lined the world-famous Boardwalk to witness more than 80 festive groups, doubling the size of last year’s event. Beginning at Rhode Island Avenue and stretching to Albany Avenue, the parade was a dazzling display of holiday cheer.

Mayor Marty Small, Sr., who had pledged during his State of the City address to make this year’s parade historic, led the procession alongside the City’s administration, department directors, and representatives from various municipal offices. “We promised to make history, and today, Atlantic City showed up to deliver," said Mayor Small. "This was a spectacle of joy and togetherness.”

The event featured elaborately decorated floats, festive vehicles, and performers, with appearances by Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus, the Grinch, and other beloved holiday characters. Marching bands, dancers, and community organizations from across New Jersey joined in, filling the Boardwalk with music and merriment. Participants, including representatives from the Atlantic City Police Department, Fire Department, Beach Patrol, local casinos, and businesses, handed out gifts to delighted children and families along the route.

Following the parade, O’Donnell Memorial Park became the hub of holiday celebrations, offering treats, live music, and family-friendly entertainment. The parade was a highlight of the Atlantic City Tinseltown Holiday Experience, organized by the New Jersey Casino Reinvestment Development Authority (CRDA), which continues to feature holiday events throughout the season.

For more details on Atlantic City’s Tinseltown Holiday Experience and upcoming events, visit AtlanticCityNJ.com.

This year’s Winter Wonderland Parade wasn’t just the biggest to date—it was a moment of pride for Atlantic City, further cementing its spot as one of Travel + Leisure’s “25 Best Christmas Towns in the U.S.”

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