JAMESTOWN, N.Y. — CCS-TV (Collaborative Children’s Solutions Television), in partnership with Erie News Now, will once again bring the sights and spirit of the Jamestown Holiday Parade to audiences across the region with full live coverage on Saturday, December 6, 2025. The broadcast begins at 5 p.m. with a special pre-show leading into the parade step-off at 6 p.m.
This year’s coverage expands one of Jamestown’s most cherished traditions, with CCS-TV streaming across all digital platforms and Erie News Now simulcasting on Facebook and ENN Plus. With last year’s broadcast drawing more than 40,000 live and on-demand viewers, CCS-TV is also offering special parade-night sponsorship opportunities for businesses and organizations seeking to reach this large seasonal audience.
“With CCS-TV continuing to expand its reach and Erie News Now joining us as a simulcast partner, the 2025 Holiday Parade will be accessible to more families, supporters, and former Jamestowners than ever before,” said Patrick Smeraldo, President of Collaborative Children’s Solutions and CCS-TV. “This partnership reflects our commitment to ensuring major community events are available to all, whether you’re bundled up on Third Street or watching from around the region.”
In keeping with this year’s “Holiday Movie Magic” theme, the pre-show will spotlight the Jamestown Christmas Tree, classic holiday film moments, interviews with special guests, and a few surprises to kick off the night. After the parade, viewers can stay tuned for the fireworks finale and a visit with Santa Claus.
Returning to the CCS-TV booth this year is CCS-TV’s Tori Lundmark, joined by CCS-TV mentor and longtime journalist Justin Gould. They’ll be supported throughout the night by CCS-TV student contributors who will bring live reports, reactions, and festive fun from across the parade route.
“I look forward to the parade every year,” said Lundmark. “There’s nothing like celebrating the holidays with the community, capturing those magical moments, and sharing them with families watching at home. It’s an honor to bring that joy to viewers across the region.”
Gould says returning to the parade coverage with today’s youth is meaningful on many levels. “As a kid, I watched this parade with my family every year — and as a teenager, I’d even record it so I could rewatch it,” he said. “To come full circle and help broadcast it alongside these incredibly talented students means the world to me. Working with the next generation while delivering a tradition that families look forward to is truly an honor.”
Where to Watch
The parade will stream live on all CCS-TV platforms, including: Roku, YouTube, Facebook, CCS-TV Mobile App (iOS & Android) and CCS-TV.com. Erie News Now will also carry the parade live on the Erie News Now Facebook page and on ENN Plus, expanding access across the region through CCS-TV’s ongoing media partnership with Lilly Broadcasting.
To stay up to date on parade coverage and upcoming CCS-TV programming, follow @ccstelevision on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.
Special Sponsorship Opportunity
CCS-TV is offering a limited number of on-air sponsorships for area businesses, organizations, and community groups wishing to get their message in front of a large holiday audience. Last year’s parade drew over 40,000 viewers across live and on-demand streaming — one of Jamestown’s biggest broadcasts of the year. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, contact ccstvmarketing@gmail.com.
