Ponoka seeks float entries for November 20 Santa Claus Parade
Registration is free and open to businesses, groups and residents, with a deadline set for the night before the event.
The Town of Ponoka is calling on residents, businesses and community groups to enter floats in this year's Santa Claus Parade, scheduled for Friday, November 20 at 6 p.m. in downtown Ponoka.
Entry is free, and organizers say the parade offers a chance for local businesses and organizations to showcase their creativity. Those interested can register online through a form at Ponoka.ca/events, with the registration deadline set for Thursday, November 19 at 4 p.m.
On the day of the parade, floats are asked to gather at the Ponoka Arena Complex, located at 4410 54 Street, by 4:30 p.m. The parade starts at 6 p.m., travelling along 54 Street through downtown before finishing back at the Arena.
The Town is encouraging participants to decorate floats with lights, festive decorations and holiday music. One specific request from organizers: entrants should not bring their own Santa or Mrs. Claus, as the Town is separately arranging for Santa to make an appearance in the parade.
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