Eureka Springs Christmas parade postponed to Monday, Dec. 16, due to weather

Due to the weather forecasted for the next few days, the Eureka Springs Christmas parade will now be on Monday, December 16th.

The Chamber of Commerce had earlier announced the Grand Marshal of the parade.

The Greater Eureka Springs Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that members of the world famous Platters will serve as Grand Marshal of the annual Christmas Parade scheduled for Friday December 6 at 6pm. The theme for the 2013 parade is “Christmas Memories.” Most everyone has great memories of the Platters wonderful music. Hits like “Twilight Time,” “Smoke Gets in Your Eyes,” “The Great Pretender” and others remain timeless as each song takes people to a special place and time. The Platters will kick off their 60th Anniversary Tour this coming spring and will be performing limited dates in Branson, Missouri during the 2014 season.

The annual Christmas Parade in Eureka Springs is rated as one of the top nighttime parades in the Midwest. The parade unfolds in the historic downtown district, surrounded by great shops and boutiques, galleries, and restaurants. The Basin Spring Park area is beautifully decorated and serves as the staging area for parade announcers and judges.

Sponsored again this year by Arvest Bank, prize money is awarded to the top floats or parade participants in four categories including commercial, non-profit, bands and other. Area bands, churches, companies, civic clubs and individuals are urged to register. There is no entry fee but all entries must be received by Monday, December 2.

For more information or registration call (479) 253-8737 or toll free 1-800-6EUREKA. Registration forms are available at the Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center located in the Village at Pine Mountain, Highway 62 East, Eureka Springs.

The Gayly - December 5, 2013 @ 12:30pm