Macon Christmas Jolly Parade

Downtown Macon

December 15, 2024 * 4:00 p.m.

2024 DOWNTOWN MACON CHRISTMAS PARADE

2023 Charismas Parade

The Downtown Macon Christmas Parade will be held on Sunday, December 15, 2024, at 4 pm. We hope you will consider participating in this holiday tradition that annually attracts hundreds to downtown Macon. This year’s theme is “Macon Christmas Jolly.” All parade participants are asked to incorporate this theme into the presentation of their unit. All units will be judged in their specific category.

To enter, a representative of your organization must attend one of the following Christmas Parade Guideline virtual zoom meetings on:

Wednesday, November 7, 2024, at 5:30 pm

Register in advance for this meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vduCsqTosEt2Sv7hpmYGiJhNIsDpOXugN

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

or

Monday, November 18, 2024, at 5:30 pm.

Register in advance for this meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUuf-CurDsoHtwAE-lT_ePfXYZlEGDZ7Z41

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

The deadline for entries is Wednesday, December 4, 2024. Parade packets will be emailed with specific information pertaining to check-in and the line-up. Your line-up number and staging area will be issued once you have checked-in on the day of the parade. Check-in will begin as early as 1:00 pm and you must check-in at the registration table prior to gathering and lining up in your space. Each group must have their line-up number to proceed once the parade begins. Your group will be removed from the line-up if you do not display your assigned number. All groups must be in place no later than 3 pm to proceed with the start of the parade. Groups that are not in place by 3 pm will not be able to participate and will not receive a refund. The coordinator of your unit will be expected to ensure parade guidelines are adhered to.

We look forward to a festive Christmas Parade. If you have any questions, please contact Lesa or Wanzina at mbcchristmasparade@maconbibb.us or 478-751-7190.

 

Recap:

Date of Parade: Sunday, December 15, 2024

Time Parade Begins: 4:00 pm

Check-in: Terminal Station (200 Cherry St – front entrance)

Check-in begins: 1:00 pm

Must be in assigned space by: 3:00 pm

Entry fee per unit/group: $125.00 (includes self-made float entry)

Rental fees for professional floats are in addition to the entry fee: Professional float – For-Profit organizations/businesses: $650 Professional float – Non-profit organizations: $550

Please note: Only the float is for rent. You must provide your own towing vehicle with tow.

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