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Get Ready for an Elfish Christmas at the 2024 Greer City Christmas Parade!

The holidays are upon us, and Greer Relief is thrilled to invite you to the 2024 Greer City Christmas Parade on December 8th at 2:30 PM! This year’s theme, An Elfish Christmas, promises an unforgettable experience for all ages with holiday floats, music, treats, and festive fun.

“At Greer Relief, we’re thrilled to bring the community together to celebrate the joy and wonder of the season through the Greer Christmas Parade. This event is an opportunity for friends, families, and neighbors to share in the spirit of giving, community, and festive fun. We can’t wait to see you there!” — Caroline Robertson, Executive Director of Greer Relief

Parade Details

• Date: December 8, 2024
• Time: 2:30 PM
• Route: 1.1 miles, beginning at Poinsett Street & Memorial Drive and ending at N. Main Street & Cunningham Drive

What to Expect
This year’s parade is packed with exciting highlights:

• Holiday Floats and Marching Bands: Enjoy the spirit of the season with a parade full of colorful floats, bands, and holiday music.
• Special Appearances by Santa and Mrs. Claus: No Christmas parade is complete without a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus!
• Food Trucks: Sample delicious treats from vendors, including O’Taste and See Hot Mini Donuts, The Big Green Food Truck, and Wilson’s Mini Donuts.
• Christmas Morning Shoppe Toy Drive: Look for our donation boxes along the parade route where you can donate new, unopened toys for children up to age 18, helping us make the holidays brighter for local families.

Sensory Safe Zone
For families looking for a quieter experience, the Sensory Safe Zone, sponsored by the Barbars Stone Foundation, will be set up in the first block of the route on Poinsett Street. This dedicated space offers a sensory-friendly environment without the loud sounds and vibrations. Please help us maintain a relaxed experience for everyone in this area.

Parade Awards
To add a dash of friendly competition, awards will be given in the following categories:

• Best Float
• Best Non-Float
• Best Mixed Entry
• Best Walking Entry

Our distinguished panel of judges includes:

• Wes Westbrooks, Greer Relief Board President
• Karen Essex, Founder of the Indigo Hope Foundation
• Ayla Fitzpatrick, City of Greer Community and Media Outreach Coordinator

Meet Our Parade Marshal
We’re delighted to welcome the staff of The Greer Citizen as this year’s Parade Marshals, leading us in the celebration!

How to Participate
Want to be part of the parade? Registration is open for participants, food trucks, and volunteers. Secure your spot here.

Accessibility Information
ADA parking will be available at 500 W Poinsett St, Greer (Quartermaster’s parking lot), ensuring that everyone can enjoy the festivities comfortably.

Can’t Attend in Person?
Catch the holiday magic from home! We’ll be live-streaming the parade lineup on our Facebook page, and a recording will be posted on our YouTube Channel.

Join us to celebrate the holiday season in Greer, and help spread joy through our An Elfish Christmas parade. We look forward to seeing you there—don’t miss this magical event!