Nashville Christmas Parade Top Destinations Marching Band Events Music Tours Performance Tours Nashville Christmas Parade Nashville’s Christmas Parade dates back to Nov. 28, 1927, and it has been a staple of Middle Tennessee’s holiday festivities ever since. Numerous organizations and entertainers have participated in the parade since its inception, spreading holiday cheer to thousands of parade goers each year. Grand Marshals have included: Dottie West Jerry Reed Charlie Daniels Kelly Clarkson Kid Rock