63rd Annual Holiday Parade In Hatboro Sunday

HATBORO, PA —The 63rd annual Hatboro Holiday Parade launches Sunday with the retiring Police Chief James Gardner as Grand Marshal.

The Greater Hatboro Chamber of Commerce invites the public to come out for the parade that takes place along York Road rain or shine from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.

"Each year, thousands of spectators line up along the York Road parade route (Summit Avenue to Newington Drive) to celebrate and share in this season of thankfulness and hope," said Mayor Timothy Schultz, who is also the chamber president and parade chairman. "We want to showcase the borough's terrific businesses and community spirit with this colorful and lively free family event which is the largest celebration of its kind in Montgomery County."

This year's Hatboro Holiday Parade theme is "SPORTING THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT."

In honoring the theme, the parade with start with a long-time participant the Phillie Phanatic, who will be sporting his favorite team jersey.

The parade will include floats, high school marching bands, string bands, military units, youth and dance groups, fire and rescue units, scouts, community organizations, dignitaries, and public officials.

Children are encouraged to bring their letters for Santa. The letters will be collected by Santa’s Helpers from UPS. The parade is completely funded by donations and sponsorships. This year’s premier sponsor is Hatboro Federal Savings.

The Greater Hatboro Chamber of Commerce, located at 120 S. York Road, Suite 6, hosts special and annual events to support area businesses, both large and small.

For more information about chamber events, www.hatborochamber.org or email the chamber, hatborochamber@gmail.com.