Festival of Trees Holiday Parade

The largest helium balloon parade in the Midwest is BACK! Broadcast live by KWQC-TV6, don’t miss the annual kick-off to the holiday season in downtown Davenport. This FREE event features large helium character balloons, floats, dance groups, bands, antique cars and pageant queens all to help usher in the holiday – including a visit from Santa Claus himself!

The parade route starts on 3rd Street and Pershing and goes west down 3rd Street to Scott Street. It then turns left and goes back down 2nd Street ending at 2nd Street and Iowa Avenue.

Submit your application to feature your band, organization, or business in the parade!

Co-Title Sponsors: Arconic, KWQC

Balloon Sponsors: Carpenters Training Center of the Quad Cities, City of Bettendorf, NECA/IBEW, Nestle Purina, R.I.A. Federal Credit Union, Mid-American Energy, City of Davenport, Novelis