Christmas Festival
North Branch Beautification Association Presents
10 Years of
Christmas Magic
A North Branch holiday tradition
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2026
3:30–7:30 PM
Central Park · North Branch, Minnesota
FREE COMMUNITY EVENT · ALL ARE WELCOME!
Join the North Branch Beautification Association as we celebrate the 10th Anniversary of our Annual Christmas Festival!
For 10 wonderful years, our community has come together to celebrate the holiday season, create lasting memories, and enjoy the magic of Christmas in downtown North Branch. This year, we’re making it an extra-special celebration, and we can’t wait to share it with you!
Bring your family, invite your friends, and enjoy an evening filled with holiday lights, festive entertainment, Christmas shopping, delicious food, and a special visit from Santa himself!
The Festivities Begin!
3:30 PM · Central Park
Christmas Market
Browse local vendors offering unique gifts, handmade creations, holiday goodies, and more. It’s the perfect opportunity to shop local this Christmas season!
Food Trucks & Holiday Treats
Come hungry and enjoy delicious food and treats from participating food trucks.
Live Entertainment
Enjoy festive music and live performances throughout the event in our beautifully decorated Central Park gazebo.
Bonfire & FREE S’mores
Gather around the fire, warm up, and enjoy complimentary s’mores with family and friends!
5:20 PM
The Christmas Parade Begins!
One of our favorite holiday traditions returns!
Watch downtown North Branch come alive with beautifully decorated floats, sparkling Christmas lights, festive music, and local businesses and community organizations spreading holiday cheer!
The parade will travel through downtown North Branch and conclude at Central Park.
6:00–6:15 PM
The Christmas Tree Lighting
One of the most magical moments of the evening! The parade arrives at Central Park, where Santa Claus will make his special entrance and join us for our annual community tree lighting celebration.
Gather around our community Christmas tree for the countdown as Santa officially lights the tree!
During the celebration:
- Santa’s arrival and our community countdown
- Special announcements celebrating 10 years of Christmas magic
- Announcement of the Merry Main Street Christmas Decorating Contest winners
- Announcement of the Best Christmas Parade Float winner
Tree lighting is expected to begin between 6:00 and 6:15 PM, following Santa’s arrival.
6:40 PM
Visits with Santa Begin!
Santa will be ready to greet the children and families of North Branch!
Bring your cameras, capture those special Christmas memories, and let the little ones share their Christmas wishes with Santa.
Visits are expected to begin around 6:40 PM, following the tree lighting celebration.
Make Memories With Us!
We can’t wait to celebrate with you on December 5th!
Hosted by the North Branch Beautification Association, Inc.
Help Make the Magic Happen!
Feeling the holiday spirit? Become a sponsor of this amazing community event! We’d love to recognize you as one of our valued community partners.
email us at beautificationnb@gmail.com
- Dec 05 2026
- 3:30 PM - 7:30 PM
- North Branch, MN