Austin residents will enjoy a day of Christmas cheer with this year’s annual Christmas Parade featuring a community Open House following the parade. The Austin Christmas Parade will begin at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6.
The Parade route will start on West Frontage Road located in the Industrial Park along I-65 continuing on to State Road 256 the east to the Jennings Township Volunteer Fire Department located west of Austin City Hall.
Santa Claus will come to town in this year’s parade. He will be joined by Mrs. Claus, other floats, and parade attractions. There are many spots along Frontage Road and State Road 256 for residents to watch the parade.
Adults and children alike will enjoy the sounds of the Christmas season during the parade with a marching performance by the AHS band. In addition, there will be musical entertainment during the Open House following the parade.
The parade is sure to offer the usual set of participants including a host of classic cars, the AHS band, and a number of local church and civic groups.
Residents are encouraged to enjoy the parade route and the city’s holiday tradition. All residents are invited to attend the Open House following the Christmas parade at the local Fire Department west of City Hall.
For more info, or to see how your organization can participate in this year’s parade, contact the Mayor’s Office at 812-794-6646.