Vermilion Christmas Parade

With Christmas just around the corner, the excitement is growing, as businesses and the Town have started decorating for the holiday season. The town is becoming festive as we now see the twinkling of holiday lights, but there’s one magical moment that stands out-the Christmas parade.

Mark your calendars for November 28, as the parade kicks off at 7 p.m., which is early enough for even the littlest ones to come out with their parents and bask in the wonders of holiday floats passing by.

This year’s parade theme is The Country Christmas Night Light Parade so hopefully, we will see a diverse array of interpretations from businesses and organizations. Will we see a crew of elves making those famous Santa toys wearing chaps and spurs? Or maybe we will see a winter wonderland that will feature horses and farm animals playing outside Santa’s workshop. The possibilities are endless, and the anticipation is building. However, it’s worth noting that, as per Aiyana Thompson, executive director of the Vermilion Chamber, floats are requested to exclude the real-life Jolly ol’ Elf, who traditionally appears at the end of the parade each year. Inflatable Santas are acceptable.

For businesses and organizations participating, the assembly begins at 6 p.m. at the Mall parking lot, with judging at 6:30 p.m. and the parade starting at 7 p.m.

According to Thompson, parade night will also feature the lighting of the tree on Main Street at 7 p.m., the perfect way to kick off the holiday season under the glow of downtown lights.

Some exciting highlights for the evening will also be the ATB FREE Christmas cookie decorating. Christina’s Home Furnishings (The Men’s Den) will have a hotdog sale with proceeds going to the Vermilion Lions Club Santa Anonymous. The Interact Club will be selling cookies and hot chocolate at the Christmas Parade at 7 p.m. All proceeds from the sale will be donated to Haying in the 30’s Cancer Support Society. Photos with Santa can be taken at the Old School Cheesery from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

As the holiday season approaches, the Vermilion Christmas Parade will be a festive and joyous occasion for families and the community alike. So, bundle up, bring the family, and join in the merriment.