Florence Christmas Parade
Spectators can line the streets of downtown Florence to watch an array of decorated vehicles and themed floats pass by. The procession follows a route from Court Street to Tennessee Street, continuing up Seminary Street and concluding at Wilson Park. Attendees will also see a special appearance by Santa Claus on his own float.
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When
Tickets
Payment is due to secure a spot; application fees are non-refundable for accepted entries.
Hours
Parade: 7pm; parade-entry lineup begins at 5:30 p.m.
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Historic Downtown Florence
Pets
Animals may participate only with prior written permission from Downtown Florence Alliance. Approved animals must be inside a vehicle or float, may not roam freely, and participating groups must clean up after them.
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Tips & Advice
- If you are entering a float or vehicle, register before the entry deadline and pay to secure your place.
- Decorate your parade entry to reflect the “A Storybook Christmas” theme; undecorated vehicles are not permitted.
- Do not bring a semi trailer or similarly long vehicle as a parade entry; each entry is limited to one unit.
- If you want an animal in your entry, obtain written permission beforehand and keep the animal inside a vehicle or float.
- Plan for the parade to proceed without a rain date, as none is scheduled.
Special Events & Promotions
- Santa appears as a special guest on his own float.
Links & Contact
Run by Downtown Florence Alliance
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Frequently Asked Questions
What will spectators see along the parade route?
The parade follows Court Street to Tennessee Street, continues up Seminary Street and ends at Wilson Park; Santa has his own float.
Is there a rain date?
No. The event has no rain date.
Can I bring an animal in the parade?
Only with prior written permission. Approved animals must remain inside a vehicle or float, and the participating group must clean up after them.
How can a group apply to participate in the parade?
Parade entries must register by the stated deadline, and payment is due to secure a place. Entries must follow the theme and parade rules.
What rules apply to parade entries?
Each entry is limited to one unit, and semi trailers or similarly long vehicles are not allowed. Entries must follow applicable rules and directions from police and parade officials.
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