By all accounts, this year’s North Dundas Parade of Lights was absolutely spectacular. Each and every float (or horse!) was decorated with such care and enthusiasm. One would be hard pressed to cram even one more light into any of the already magnificent, dazzling displays! However, one aspect of this year’s parade was magical in a way that only mother nature could ever hope to achieve: it snowed heavily during the parade!
The steady falling of fresh, sparkling white snow while the floats passed by the packed crowds of parade-goers was a sight fit for a Christmas movie! Combined with the joyous music coming from many of the floats, and the abundance of pretty lights sparkling from all of them, the snow added a layer of festivity that made the parade even more awesome this year.
As usual, kids and youth in attendance went home with an assortment of treats, such as candy canes and chocolates handed out by representatives of individual floats. Lactalis handed out cheese strings in honour of the dairy heritage of the local area, while Circle K handed out coupons for free beverages to excited kids. Countless local businesses contributed floats to make the parade truly special – a parade so grand, it could give Macy’s a run for its money!
There are three things anyone would be hard pressed to find in a city parade: tractors, horses, and giant plastic cows. And of course, the North Dundas Parade of Lights checked all 3 of those critical boxes this year, as always. There were even 2 “Cyber Trucks” to add a little flair.
Local kids were undoubtedly thankful that Santa Claus was able to take time out of his busy schedule to ride on the last float, as is tradition, and wave and spread Christmas cheer to all the excited boys and girls.
“A parade to remember” would be understatement! Merry Christmas!
