NEW IBERIA, La. --- Bayou Traditions will present the 43rd annual Queen City Christmas Parade powered by Arceneaux Ford on Sat., Dec. 11, 2021 starting at 5:30 p.m. in New Iberia's National Register Historic District.
This year's event will look a little different as the street parade down Main Street will be followed by fireworks on Bayou Teche.
Street Parade Route:
The street parade begins at 5:30 p.m. at Torrido Village (910 E. Main St.) and ends at Cane River Pecan Company (254 W. Main St.).
It will feature the Berry Queens, All Things Christmas, Sugar Cane Christmas as Grand Marshals, local dance schools, the Bunk Johnson Brazz Band, Bayou Lit Bikes, visiting royalty and Santa Claus.
Immediately following the end of the street parade, Santa Claus will be in his workshop (Bouligny Plaza gazebo) for a photo-op with families.
UPDATES
Boat Parade:
The Bayou Teche boat parade has been cancelled.
Pancakes & PJs with Santa:
Location has changed from Bouligny Plaza to the Sliman Theatre (129 E Main St, New Iberia).
Businesses, royalty, bands and dance schools interested in participating can message Bayou Traditions at
BayouTraditions.com.
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