Step into the heart of Westminster on New Year’s Day as the London Parade 2026 takes over the streets for its 40th Anniversary celebration. Known as one of the biggest New Year’s events on the planet, this unmissable extravaganza will showcase the very best of London and beyond with a dazzling mix of music, movement, and sheer spectacle.
More than 8,000 performers from across the globe will bring the capital alive with marching bands, cheerleaders, dazzling dance groups, giant balloons, stunt displays, heritage vehicles, and show-stopping floats from London’s boroughs. With over 500,000 people expected to line the 2.2-mile route, the atmosphere will be electric as the city kicks off 2026 in style.
The London Parade isn’t just entertainment—it’s tradition. What began in 1987 with just 2000 performers has grown into a world-class celebration featuring participants from the USA, UK, Europe, and beyond. Today, it’s not only a London highlight but also a global TV spectacle with a reach of 500 million viewers each year.
Running alongside the parade is the London Parade Concert Series, where internationally acclaimed ensembles perform at iconic venues across the capital, bringing even more music and culture to the festivities.
But at its core, London Parade is also about giving back. Through the London Borough Competition, the event has proudly donated over £2.5 million for London charities, helping communities across the city thrive.
Whether you’re visiting London for the first time or making it part of your New Year’s tradition, London Parade 2026 promises colour, community, and world-class entertainment against the backdrop of one of the world’s most iconic cities.