Holiday Parade And Winterfest Brings Seasonal Fun To Baldwin Park Dec. 5

BALDWIN PARK, CA — The City of Baldwin Park will celebrate the holiday season with its annual Holiday Parade and Winterfest on Saturday, Dec. 5, featuring marching bands, community groups, family activities and a special appearance by Santa Claus, the city said.

The parade will begin at 9:45 a.m. along Baldwin Park Boulevard, traveling from Olive Street to Morgan Street. This year's grand marshal is Jaime Jarrín, the longtime Spanish-language broadcaster for the Los Angeles Dodgers and a member of the Baseball Hall of Fame, according to the city.

The parade will feature colorful floats, marching bands, community organizations, a live DJ, and an outdoor Holiday Boutique offering seasonal crafts and decorations.

Baldwin Park Boulevard will be closed to through traffic from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. between Ramona Boulevard and Live Oak Avenue, including connecting streets. Motorists should plan for delays and use alternate routes, the city said.

Following the parade, Winterfest will take place from noon to 4 p.m. at Morgan Park. Activities will include free snow play, inflatable jumpers, photos with Santa, a petting zoo and children's crafts at Santa's Workshop.