27th annual Fallbrook Christmas parade December 6, 2008

The 27th annual Fallbrook Christmas parade, carrying the theme “Fallbrook’s Christmas Spirit,” will take place at 5 p.m. on Saturday, December 6, and is presented, as always, by the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce. Upwards of 30,000 people are expected to line Main Avenue to view the unique nighttime parade.

Co-chairs Roy and Linda Costello say spectators can expect to see 140 entries that include special appearances, decorated floats, marching bands, horses, antique vehicles and much more. As each entry can include anywhere from two to 50 people, it is expected this year that more than 2,000 individuals will be part of the parade.

Even the Oscar Meyer Wienermobile is coming to town for the parade! It will be parked earlier in the day in Major Market’s lot for a close-up look by viewers. The historic 1902 American steam fire engine pulled by Percheron draft horses and accompanied by “Blaze” the Dalmatian will also be part of the parade procession. The Shriners’ Tin Lizzies will be back as well, to the sure delight of the crowd.

Official Website: http://www.fallbrook.org