It starts promptly at 10 a.m. and we expect it to last 60 to 90 minutes. Parade Timeline
The parade stages at Bellevue Middle School and will travel down Colice Jeanne Rd with a left onto Hwy 70 South, followed by a right on Sawyer Brown Rd. The parade concludes once it turns left into One Bellevue Place at Esterbrook Drive. Parade Route Map
There will be a variety of great spots along Hwy 70 South and Sawyer Brown Rd to view the parade. Sidewalks line both sides of Hwy 70 and the side of Sawyer Brown Rd closest to One Bellevue Place.
No parking is available at Bellevue Middle School as it will be used for parade staging. Street parking is available in the areas near the parade route. If there are ‘No Parking’ signs, please obey them.
The following roads will be temporarily closed for the parade from approximately 9:30 am on December 7, 2024, to approximately 11:30 am on the same day:
From Hwy 70 South traveling west, we recommend Old Hickory Blvd, Hicks Rd, Cross Timbers Drive, or Old Harding Pike as alternate roads . From Hwy 70 South traveling east, we recommend Sawyer Brown Rd to Old Harding Pike or Todd Preis / Baugh Rd.
Parade Route Map
Yes, the parade is free. We invite the community to attend.
Approximately 60 entries are set to participate in the parade and include area schools, bands, dance studios and other performers, scouts, businesses, organizations, teams, elected officials, along with Santa and Mrs. Claus. You'll see floats, vehicles and walking groups.
As with most parades, you may want to bring chairs or blankets to sit on while you enjoy the parade. Bring your family and friends, too, and have fun! This is an outdoor event so check the weather forecast in advance and come prepared.
Participants may hand out candy and other items to spectators at the sidewalk. For spectator safety, they may not throw candy or other items. Spectators should remain off the roadway for their safety.
The parade goes on rain or shine! We will only cancel if there is unsafe weather conditions, and in this case, a notice will be posted on our website and social media accounts. Unfortunately, if canceled, there is no parade makeup date.
Plan ahead as there may be some distance between you and the closest restroom. There are public restrooms available at Red Caboose Park.
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