Mark your calendars! Macon-Bibb County is kicking off the holiday season with two festive Christmas parades that promise fun for families across our community.

The celebrations begin on Saturday, December 6 at 2:00 p.m. with the Lizella Christmas Parade, rolling down Hwy 80/Eisenhower Parkway. This neighborhood tradition brings together local groups, decorated floats, and plenty of holiday cheer.

The next day, the magic continues downtown with the Macon-Bibb Christmas Parade on Sunday, December 7 at 4:00 p.m.. The parade will march along Cherry Street, following the same route as last year, and will feature community organizations, marching bands, performers, and a special visit from Santa.

Both events are free and open to the public, offering residents a joyful way to come together and celebrate the season. Bundle up, bring the family, and join us for two of Macon-Bibb’s favorite holiday traditions!

Macon-Bibb Christmas Parade Road Closures:

Poplar St. – closed at 5th St.
Cherry St. – closed from the turn at Raffield’s Tire (Poplar St. & 5th St.) through the full stretch to 2nd St.
2nd St. – closed from Cherry St. to Mulberry St.
Mulberry St. – closed from 2nd St. to MLK Jr. Bivd.
MLK Jr. Bivd. – closed at the parade endpoint. Only dignitaries (including Santa) may continue through MLK Jr. Blvd. to 5th St. to return to vehicles at MTA/DDS. All other traffic will be directed east on MLK Jr. Blvd. toward Mercer Medicine, Carolyn Crayton Park, or rerouted via 7th St.

Lizella Christmas Parade Road Closures:
Hwy 80 (Eisenhower Pkwy) will be closed from the east end of Columbus Rd. behind the fire station (8456 Eisenhower Pkwy, Lizella, GA 31052) to Redding Way.