A low rider car club showing off their builds with Christmas lights for the parade on Dec. 13.

A low rider car club showing off their builds with Christmas lights for the parade on Dec. 13.

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Photo Essay: Evening Christmas parade shines in Downtown Fresno

By Joel Zapata, Photographer • Dec 15, 2025

Santa is spotted filming the crowd as he walks through the parade on Dec. 13. (Joel Zapata/The Collegian)

Old school cars drive down Fulton Street and attendees the Christmas spirit. (Joel Zapata/The Collegian)

Parade attendees wait in anticipation for the downtown parade. (Joel Zapata/The Collegian)

Volkswagen vans light up Fulton Street in Downtown Fresno. (Joel Zapata/The Collegian)

ATVs shred up Fulton Street, impressing the attendants with their lights and floats. (Joel Zapata/The Collegian)

Parade attendees pass by on the bed of an empty semi-truck at this year’s Christmas parade in Downtown Fresno. (Joel Zapata/The Collegian)

The Fresno Fun Express choo-choos on Fulton Street. (Joel Zapata/The Collegian)

Guests of the parade line the streets in lawn chairs, enjoying the Christmas cheer. (Joel Zapata/The Collegian)

A van displaying the animated characters Stitch and Hello Kitty drives past parade attendees. (Joel Zapata/The Collegian)

Lit-up van on Fulton Street spreads the joy of Christmas with vibrant colors. (Joel Zapata/The Collegian)

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