Sunday, October 18, 2015

2015 Holiday Caravan Salisbury and Spencer Date and Time

Salisbury Spencer Holiday Caravan Christmas Parade 2015 Date and Time © Katrena
While many are making preparations for a big Thanksgiving dinner the day before the holiday, many folks in and around Rowan County, North Carolina are getting ready for and enjoying a parade. This parade is unique as the route travels down Spencer and then folks pack up and head to Salisbury to do it all again.

Christmas Parade in Spencer, NC © Katrena
The 56th annual Holiday Caravan will be Wednesday, November 25, 2015. It will begin in Spencer at 2:00 p.m. and in Salisbury at 3:00 p.m. The parade length for onlookers can vary greatly depending on the weather. I remember marching in nearly summer temperatures and also feeling like my fingers would freeze off back in my high school days at West Rowan. In my experience, the better the weather, the longer the parade.

Fun and Free Family Activities in Rowan County © Katrena
You can expect to see lots of school entries with marching bands, not only from Rowan County but some from other counties as well. A lot of dance schools will be stepping and tumbling too. Service vehicles, floats, churches, and beauty queens are sure to ride. We've seen clowns riding on unicycles and often a surprise or two. My family particularly likes to watch for the trolley, especially if Bryan is driving - he would have the "karaoke trolley" rides on Friday Nights Out some years. And of course, the go carts are always a big hit.

Free Fun Family Activities in November © Katrena
Those with entries in the parade may come by and hand out candy, so my kids always come prepared with bags. My kids tend to rate parades based on the loot collected. If the kids really want to rack up on the candy, I recommend the Cleveland Christmas parade. My kids say that one has the candy award hands down.

Christmas Parade in Salisbury, NC © Katrena
My family has always taken their chances at finding a place to enjoy and watch the parade; however, if you are interested in reserved seating, visit the Holiday Caravan page for more information.

When is the Holiday Caravan Christmas Parade © Katrena
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Start Time for Holiday Caravan Christmas Parade in Spencer and Salisbury NC © Katrena
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