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Check-In: Upon arrival, please check in at the Ridgecrest Church parking lot to receive your entry number. Proceed directly to your assigned, numbered spot. Ridgecrest Baptist Church is located at 7469 Old Canton Road.
Arrival Times:
Candy and Handouts: No items may be thrown by parade participants. You may hand out candy, you cannot toss it.
Children: Children walking in the parade must be at least 5 years old. Younger children must ride on a float, car, or truck.
Santa Claus: The only live Santa in the parade will be on the city’s official float.
Judging: Parade judges will be positioned in judges tent on Main Street.
Parade Flow: To maintain a smooth parade, all entries must proceed at a slow, steady pace. Choreographed groups should limit stops to no more than 30 seconds.
Festivity Requirement: Entries solely for advertising purposes are not allowed. All entries must be decorative and festive in nature.
Awards: Trophies for Best Float, Best Dance Team, Best Band, Best Vehicle, and Most Christmas Spirit will be awarded during the closing ceremonies at the Caboose on the grounds of the Madison Square Center for the Arts