# Kimmswick Christmas Parade & Open House

> Event for families in the St. Louis area (MO / IL). Times are Central Time.

- When: Sat, Nov 21 · 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Where: Historic Kimmswick (Kimmswick Visitor Center), 314 Market St, Kimmswick, MO 63053
- Ages: Check age guidance
- Price: Check official pricing
- Organizer: Kimmswick Merchants (GoKimmswick)
- Official page: https://www.gokimmswick.com/events/kimmswick-christmas-parade-open-house/
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

Historic Kimmswick kicks off the season with a Christmas parade at 11 AM, Santa in the Santa House (1–8 PM), free trolley rides around town (2–8 PM), music from the River Town Sound Quartet and a tree lighting at the Visitor Center at 4:45 PM. Shops and restaurants stay open late.

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