Kick off the holiday season with a beloved New England tradition! For nearly a decade, Rockland Trust has proudly supported America's Hometown Thanksgiving Celebration, the largest Thanksgiving celebration in New England and the nation's only historically accurate, chronological Thanksgiving parade.
We're thrilled to once again serve as the Presenting Sponsor of this unforgettable community event. Be sure to look for the Rockland Trust Express, our festive parade float that will be collecting food and household donations to benefit Saint Vincent de Paul of Plymouth and support local families throughout the holiday season.
Saturday, November 21, 2026
10:00 a.m.
Plymouth Waterfront, Plymouth, MA
The celebration begins at Plymouth Rock with an opening ceremony filled with music, entertainment, and holiday spirit. As the parade winds through historic downtown Plymouth, spectators will enjoy a remarkable journey through America's past, with beautifully decorated floats, reenactments, and performances representing each century from the 1600s through today.
Named one of the nation's premier Thanksgiving parades, this cherished tradition brings history to life while celebrating the people, events, and milestones that have shaped our country. Whether you're gathering with family along the parade route or watching from home, it's a wonderful way to welcome the Thanksgiving season.
Can't make it to Plymouth? Watch the parade live on WCVB Channel 5 and Hearst Television stations nationwide.
As we celebrate the season of gratitude, we're inviting our community to help Fill the Rockland Trust Express with food and household essentials for neighbors in need.
All donations will benefit Saint Vincent de Paul of Plymouth, helping provide meals, comfort, and everyday necessities to local families during the holiday season.
Most Needed Items
Donations can be dropped off at any Plymouth-area Rockland Trust branch through November 20.
You can also bring donations to the parade on Saturday, November 21, where items may be dropped off at the Rockland Trust Court Street branch or collected along the parade route.
Every can, box, and household item donated helps make a difference for local families. Together, we can fill the Rockland Trust Express with generosity, spread holiday cheer throughout our community, and help ensure that our neighbors have the resources they need this Thanksgiving season.
We hope you'll join us in Plymouth as we celebrate history, community, and the spirit of giving. Happy Thanksgiving! 🍂🚂🦃
