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Dover Holiday Parade Announces 2026 Theme

The Dover Holiday Parade Committee is excited to officially announce the theme for the 2026 Dover Holiday Parade: “Yule Be Sorry – Holiday Mishaps and Bad Decisions Tinged with Regret.” Chosen through public submissions and community engagement, this year’s theme was submitted by Melissa Davis and brings a fun, humorous spin to the holiday season— tangled lights, burnt dinners, awkward family moments, and last-minute shopping chaos. Parade participants are encouraged to have fun with the theme and get