Christmas Parade

About This Camp & Activity

City of Grovetown "CAROLING ALL THE WAY" Christmas Parade Saturday, December 5th, 2026, at 10:00 am   **No Entry Fee Is Required** Parade Route: The lineup for the parade will begin on Trudeau Trail, and we ask all participants to enter from Wrightsboro Road to be directed to their parade spot. Parade will begin on Harlem-Grovetown Road and continue to Horizon South Parkway, ending at Augusta Tech. Optional parking and pickup will be available at Augusta Tech.   Theme for ParadeWhile it is NOT mandatory to participate in the theme, we encourage you to be festive and have fun! "Caroling All the Way" Float Theme: Floats can be inspired by participants’ favorite Christmas songs or holidaycarols.  TROPHY CATEGORIES  Grand Champion-Grand Marshal-Overall Best - Awarded to the entry that best represents the parade’s official theme through creativity, presentation, and overall interpretation. Most Creative FloatAwarded to the entry demonstrating the most original, imaginative, and creative concept or presentation of the theme. Most Traditional/ Classic Christmas Awarded to the entry that best captures the timeless look and feel of a traditional Christmas parade. Best Christmas SpiritAwarded to the entry that best demonstrates Christmas cheer, enthusiasm, festive spirit, and audience engagement. Best Overall Parade EntryAwarded to the strongest overall non-float entry based on presentation, organization, creativity, participation, and entertainment value. Rules, Regulations, & Safety Requirements 1. The City of Grovetown reserves the right to remove any entrant from the parade that does not comply with instructions outlined herein.2. Entrants must have entertainment value and demonstrate creative, festive-themed materials.3. Entrants who arrive late or past the appointed time as instructed will not be able to participate, unless given permission ahead of time, by Event Coordinator.4. Floats must be fire retardant, carry a regulation fire extinguisher, and have restraints for all float personnel. All drivers must have a 180-degree field of vision and carry a valid driver’s license.5. No smoking on or near floats at any time.6. Units are limited to a maximum height of 14 feet and must maintain the ability to turn on tight corners.7. Floats/Entrants should be properly identifiable with signs or banners featuring the organization’s name.8. Once the parade begins, please maintain a 30-foot space between entrants and be aware of the parade flow while performing.9. Marching units, floats, and vehicles must maintain forward movement. Performance acts may showcase their talent while maintaining a steady pace with the parade.10. Only emergency stops are permitted during the procession.11. Any unit that is considered unsafe or inappropriate by City of Grovetown parade staff will be removed from the parade. All entrants must be safety compliant and conduct themselves in a manner consistentwith a family-oriented event. Music featuring profanity, and/or any lewd behavior is prohibited. 12. No fueling of generators is allowed during the parade route, nor are any type of fuel cans allowed on-board parade floats.13. No live fires are permitted on any floats, to include decorative props like wood stoves or grills.14. Entrants must follow all guidelines on electrical equipment; do not exceed the limitations of your equipment.15. Entrants must maintain a clear line of vision at all times.16. Do not obstruct view on any side of your vehicle. An observer is welcome to walk alongside the float, guiding the driver.17. All children (under 18) must have adult supervision at all times.18. Keep our City of Grovetown roadways clean, and do not litter at any point during the parade route.19. Any and all animal waste must be cleaned up immediately if animals are included with your float. All equestrian or other animal entries must have their own clean-up crew.20. If you are throwing candy to spectators, please use extreme caution and only throw candy on or towards the sidewalks and out of the ongoing parade route and roadways.21. The City of Grovetown will provide entrants with a flyer to share via social media at their discretion ahead of the event. Flyers are not to be edited, changed, or altered in any way. Entrants may not create their own flyers for City of Grovetown events.22. Any use of the City of Grovetown’s logo or seal is strictly prohibited unless directly agreed upon in writing by a representative of the City, outside of flyers presented to entrants ahead of the event.23. Entrants are not to appear on television, radio, podcast, video streaming, or any other media outlet(s) to promote City of Grovetown events. Vendors are not permitted to speak on behalf of the City of Grovetown, its employees, or events.24. The City of Grovetown is not responsible for any damage to private property during the parade.25. Entrants must observe all federal, state, and local laws. ACKNOWLEDGMENT By submitting your application, you acknowledge that you understand the Rules, Regulations and Safety requirements imposed to protect the health, safety and welfare of the parade participants, the spectators, and others. Failure to comply with the Rules, Regulations and Safety requirements may cause danger and your organization’s removal from the parade as well as jeopardize your organization’s future involvement in the Grovetown Christmas Celebration. If the parade is canceled due to inclement weather or for any other reason, there will be a potential re-scheduled date if possible. **Any questions should be directed to David Carlin, Director or Donna South, Event Coordinator, by calling Liberty Park Community Center, 706-860-7691 or you may e-mail dsouth@cityofgrovetown.com