Special to IFN

The 2024 Statesville Christmas Parade, presented by the 30th Masonic District of North Carolina, is scheduled for Sunday, December 8, in the heart of Downtown.

The parade, which starts at 3 p.m., will feature an assortment of festive floats, marching bands, carolers and community groups with Santa Claus as the exciting finale.

The parade supports meaningful causes. Proceeds benefit the Masonic Home for Children at Oxford and Whitestone, a retirement community providing continued care for seniors.

Last Call for Participants

There’s still time to register to be part of this year’s parade! Whether you’re a local business, organization, or group, there’s room for you.

The registration deadline is Sunday, December 1, at midnight. Visit parade.statesvillenc.com to register and review participant guidelines.

Participants will receive their line-up locations by Thursday, December 5, and all entrants must be in place by 2:30 p.m. on parade day.