Paris, Tenn.– Round up your Christmas lights, extension cords, and anything with wheels. It’s time to sign up for the 11th Annual Holly, Jolly Electric Christmas Parade. Sponsored by the Downtown Paris Association, the parade takes place at 5 p.m. Saturday, December 9 immediately following the Downtown Christmas Festival.
Applications and guidelines are available at the DPA office at 203 Fentress Street, at Paris City Hall or online at VisitDowntownParis.com. For more information call the DPA office at 731-653-PARIS.
“We are so excited to be getting applications from folks who are lighting up floats, golf carts, ATVs, small tractors, commercial vehicles, and even marching units for this spectacular event,” said Vickey Roberts, event chairman. “With a minimal entry fee of only $10, everyone can join the fun.”
The group is especially enthusiastic about several commercial floats. “We are encouraging businesses to park their entry in front of their location for decoration through the end of the year. It’s a fun, creative way to stretch those marketing dollars,” said Committee Member Susan Jones. Businesses also may enter their commercial vehicle that is decorated and lighted.
Trophies are awarded in the following categories: Most Christmas Spirit, Best Religious Theme, Best Decorated Vehicle, Best Decorated Float, Best Decorated Golf Cart of Small Tractor, Best Marching Unit and the coveted Clark Griswold Award for the best, knock-your-socks entry.
“Folks enjoy participating in this parade because the decorating is minimal; the focus is on the lights, not little details,” said Vickey Roberts, committee chairperson. “It’s one of the most popular events of the Christmas season.”
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