Children’s Christmas Parade Kicks off the Season

What: Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Christmas Parade
Where: Downtown Atlanta
When: Sat., Dec. 5 from 10:30 t0 12 noon
Cost: Free

I DO love a parade, especially the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Christmas Parade. It’s the largest Christmas parade in the Southeast and a great way to kick-start the holiday season. This is a popular parade, so get there a little early to get a good spot along the parade route. If you’d prefer to have a seat waiting, purchase a bleacher seat for $12. Any unclaimed bleacher seats are released to the public at 10:15 am, so if you don’t get around to purchasing them beforehand, you can try the day of the event.

We’ve been going to the parade for years with the same family. It’s become a tradition. No matter the temperature, we pack blankets, gloves, hats, hot chocolate and the most important item…hand warmers and head out. It’s been a wonderful, inexpensive way to stay connected even when our lives are going in different directions.