Raleigh County, WV (WOAY) – Local parade committees are looking for entries for the Beckley Veterans Day and Christmas parades.
The veterans parade is scheduled for November 11, beginning at 11 A.M. Lineup begins at 9 A.M. at Park Middle School and at 10 A.M. at the Bill Withers Plaza.
The national theme for this year’s Veterans Day parade is “Two hundred fifty years of freedom – honoring those who defend it.”
The three best entries will win cash and trophy awards.
Meanwhile, the Christmas parade is set for December 5 at 11 A.M. The theme is “A candy cane Christmas”
Organizers remind parade participants that candy should not be thrown from vehicles to prevent children from running into the street and getting hurt.
You can contact Trish Morgan via phone number or email for more information.
304-256-1776
trish.morgan@beckley.gov
