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The annual Claymont Christmas Parade is normally held the first Saturday in December in Claymont, Delaware. The 2023 Parade will be Saturday December 2rd from 10am to Noon. Please follow our Facebook page for updates.
The parade route runs along the Philadelphia Pike from Maple Lane Elementary to Darley Road. The parade is organized by the Claymont Lions Club. |
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 WDEL's Rick Jensen was the master of ceremonies for the 2012 Claymont Christmas Parade. Here is Rick and Ray's post parade discussion on 1150AM / wdel.com.
DVDs available courtesy of Delaware Digital Video Factory.
See photos and watch videos of past parades.
2023 Holiday Happenings in Claymont
Claymont Library - ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas: The Art and History of the Classic Christmas Poem
400 Lenape Way Claymont, DE 19703
Monday, November 20th 6 PM
Author Pamela McColl discusses the history of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas (aka A Visit from St. Nicholas) and the art of Claymont's own F.O.C. Darley and his contributions to the poem. The author will also be selling and signing copies of her book. Light refreshments will be served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Claymont Library.
Claymont Lions Club Annual Christmas Tree Sale
Beginning on November 23 until sold out.
Monday through Friday 3 PM to 8 PM. Saturday and Sunday 9 AM to 8 PM.
Claymont Fire Co. Sub Station at the corner of Marsh Road and Naamans Road All Proceeds Benefit the Community
Atonement United Methodist Church – During the Christmas Parade
3519 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont DE 19703
Saturday, December 2nd
Stop by the church, in front of the sanctuary doors, for cookies and hot chocolate during the Claymont Christmas Parade. Cheer us on as we march in the parade and give out candy.
Claymont Stone School - Gingerbread House Contest
3611 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont DE 19703
Saturday, December 2nd
The Claymont Stone School will be open and will serve cookies and hot chocolate during the Claymont Christmas Parade. The Gingerbread house contest will conclude immediately following the parade.
Church of the Ascension – Blessing of the Weed & Craft Fair
3717 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, DE 19703
Saturday, December 2nd.
The Blessing of the Weed is immediately following the end of the Parade. There will also be a Craft Fair in the Parish Hall along with cookies and hot chocolate starting at 10 AM.
Craft Fair, Cookies & Hot Chocolate are Rain or Shine.
Church of the Ascension – Christmas Tea
3717 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, DE 19703
Sunday, December 3rd, 2 PM – 4 PM Reservations are required. Please contact Church of the Ascension - 302-798-6683 or office@ascensionde.org.
The seating is 4 people to a table. Space is limited.
Admission is an unwrapped children’s gift. Your gift will be given to Child Inc. for parents (living in safe houses) to choose for their child. We would appreciate gifts especially geared for older boys.
Claymont Community Center – 6th Annual Festival of Lights Celebration
3301 Green Street, Claymont, DE 19703
Thursday, December 7th from 6 PM to 7:30 PM We will celebrate the rich diversity of Christmas, Diwali, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa.
For more information call 302-792-2757 or email info@ClaymontCenter.org
Claymont Fire Company– Breakfast with Santa
3223 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, DE 19703
Saturday, Dec. 9th, 8 AM -11 AM
Eggs, pancakes, sausage, bacon, home fries, creamed chip beef, cereal, toast, juice, coffee, milk and tea will be served.
$12.00 Ages 12- adult
$10.00 Seniors over age 60
$8.00 Ages 4-11
Ages 3 and under are free. For more information, call 302-798-6858
Church of the Ascension – 20th Annual Keep Christ in Christmas Display
3717 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, DE 19703
December 9th & 10th - Saturday hours: 12 PM - 6 PM; Sunday hours 9 PM -3 PM
This event features more than 100 Nativities, from many countries and cultures, created from the materials available, and reflecting the traditions of Christian faiths around the world.
Robinson House – Candlelight Open House
1 Naamans Road, Claymont, DE 19703
Saturday, December 9th, 5 PM -8 PM
The Claymont Historical Society will be hosting a Candlelight Open House at the Robinson House. Light refreshments will be served. Free to the public.
Atonement United Methodist Church - Christmas Cantata
3519 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont DE 19703
Sunday, Dec. 10th at the 9 AM Service
Atonement Methodist Church Sanctuary Choir will sing their annual Christmas Cantata.
Claymont Community Center – Santa Claus Winter Wonderland
3301 Green Street, Claymont, DE 19703
Friday, December 15th from 5:30 PM – 7 PM
Get in the holiday spirit by stopping by the Center. Take a picture with Santa, see our decorations, enjoy treats and activities and sing along to all your favorite songs! For more information call 302-792-2757 or email info@ClaymontCenter.org
Robinson House- A Visit with Santa
1 Naamans Road, Claymont, DE 19703
Sunday, December 17th, 3 PM-5 PM
SANTA will be stopping at the Robinson House in the Summer Kitchen (Block House) for some cookies and hot chocolate. Bring your children to join him. Don't forget your camera for a holiday photo with Santa.
Atonement United Methodist Church – Sunday Services and Christmas Eve Candlelight Services
3519 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont DE 19703
Sunday, December 24th Regular Services 9 AM and 11 AM
There will be two candlelight services on Christmas Eve. Come join us. Contemporary Christmas Service at 6:30 PM and the Traditional Service at 8 PM.
Church of the Ascension- Christmas Eve
3717 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, DE 19703
Sunday, December 24th, Christmas Eve
Musical prelude - 4:30 PM
Worship Service- 5 PM
Gifts will be collected for the Christ Child which will be donated to Child Inc. We will be collecting unwrapped clothes, diapers, wipes, etc. for infants and children. |
