Hollywood Christmas Parade 2017: When, Where To Watch And Who’s Performing

It’s time for the 86th Annual Hollywood Christmas Parade!

While the yearly event occurred in November, it was taped for all those who couldn’t go to see it in person in California. Now, everyone gets to watch one of America’s largest parades right from their homes as it airs on The CW tonight (Dec. 15).

The parade featured over 5,000 participants, had a Marine Toys for Tots program, included a 3.2 mile route and showcased a slew of musical performances. Are you ready to get in the Christmas spirit and watch as it all goes down?

When And Where Can You Watch?

The two-hour special premieres tonight (Dec. 15) on The CW at 8 p.m. EST. It will also be shown to over one million American servicemen and women abroad on the American Forces Network.

If you can’t watch it tonight, the event will broadcast again on Dec. 25 at 5 p.m. EST, this time on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries.

Which Celebrities Will Be Attending, Performing And/Or Hosting?

Erik Estrada, Laura McKenzie, Dean Cain and Montel Williams are the hosts of the event, with Elizabeth Stanton and Garrett Clayton as special co-hosts for the evening.

As Dr. Oz acts as Grand Marshal of the parade, there will be a collection of musical performances from artists including: The Village People, CeeLo Green, Ruben Studdard and The Band of Merrymakers, which features Tyler Glenn (Neon Trees), Zach Barrett (American Authors), Jeremy Ruzumna (Fitz & The Tantrums) and Kay Hanley (Letters to Cleo). Also performing are Breanna Yde (“School of Rock”), American Idol Season 14 winner Nick Fradiani, Tom Dixon, The Tearaways, The Tenors, Donny and Marie and Human Nature.

The parade will also include Ludacris giving a special tribute for Toys for Tots, as well as a magic performance by Tommy Wind and Titou (“Masters of Illusion”).

Aside from hosts and performers, there are also many celebrities simply attending to enjoy the parade. Some of the star appearing are: The cast of “The Young And The Restless,” Jerry Mathers and Tony Dow (“Leave It To Beaver”), Jermaine Dupri, Reno Wilson, Burt Ward, Tara Reid, the cast of “The Bay,” the cast of “This Just In,” the cast of “Days of Our Lives,” Thomas Barbusca and Asia Monet.