El Paso’s Thanksgiving Day parade will lean into Hollywood and sports nostalgia in 2026, organizers announced a new theme and grand marshal while extending a

The parade’s focus for 2026 centers on Hollywood and sports memories. Organizers say the theme will shape floats, costumes and performances.

Officials also announced a grand marshal for the event. The identity and role of the grand marshal were part of the announcement.

Details about what was extended were included in the announcement as well: “organizers announced a new theme and grand marshal while extending a”

The event is set for Thanksgiving Day 2026. Residents and visitors can expect a parade shaped by movie and sports nostalgia.

More information about parade plans, route and participants will likely follow from organizers as the date approaches. The announcement sets the tone and gives the community time to prepare.