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77th Annual Mule Days Parade, celebrates Americas 250th
Thousands packed downtown Benson for the 77th annual Mule Days Parade, where nearly 1000 horses and mules took center stage.
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Raleigh to celebrate the 4th with First in Freedom parade
The First in Freedom parade in downtown Raleigh is part of the America 250 celebration.
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150K Caniacs pack downtown Raleigh to celebrate Hurricanes' Stanley Cup title
According to the city of Raleigh, more than 150,000 people attended the parade, which began on Hillsborough Street and ended on Fayetteville Street.
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Raleigh Mayor Janet Cowell discusses Canes Stanley Cup parade
City officials expect Saturday's parade to be the largest event in the city's history. WRAL's Ashley Rowe sat down with Mayor Janet Cowell ahead of the parade, who said it will be the event of the year.
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Apex Christmas parade faces potential changes as downtown construction falls behind schedule
The historic Apex Rotary Christmas Parade may see significant route modifications or float restrictions this year due to ongoing construction delays on the downtown Salem Streetscape project.
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Wake County EMS says extra crews, ambulances ready for Stanley Cup celebration
Wake County EMS says it has been working with the City of Raleigh and other partners for weeks to prepare for Saturday's Championship Parade. More than 100,000 fans are expected in downtown Raleigh.
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Triangle couple postpones wedding to attend Stanley Cup Parade
A Triangle couple is postponing their wedding by five hours to make sure they can attend the Stanley Cup Parade.
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Stanley Cup cash flow: Downtown Raleigh businesses prepare for big crowds during Saturday's parade
Before Saturday's Stanley Cup championship parade, downtown Raleigh businesses are stocking up for what could be the busiest day of the year.
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Attorneys argue over liability for City of Raleigh, merchants association in Hailey Brooks' death
The City of Raleigh and two of its employees are asking a judge to dismiss a wrongful death lawsuit from the family of an 11-year-old girl killed during the 2022 Raleigh Christmas Parade.
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2026 Raleigh St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Raleigh St. Patrick's Day Parade, a beloved local tradition since 1983, returns for 2026 to celebrate Irish culture with festive floats and performances.
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Plenty of grins and green at Raleigh St. Patrick's Day parade
The 2026 Raleigh St. Patrick’s Day Parade was a celebration of song, dance and Irish culture.
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46th annual Cary Jaycees Christmas Parade captures charm, joy of holiday season
The Cary Jaycees Christmas Parade brought the holiday spirit to downtown Cary, filling Chatham and Academy Streets with festive floats, local performers, marching bands, and community groups on Saturday.
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Durham Holiday Parade brings music, spirit and Santa to downtown Durham
The Durham Holiday Parade brought all kinds of festive cheer and merriment to downtown Durham on Saturday morning along Main Street.
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2025 Apex Rotary Christmas Parade
The Apex Rotary Christmas Parade is Wake County's only nighttime holiday parade, featuring marching bands, floats, and Santa Claus.
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2025 Apex Rotary Christmas Parade is Saturday: Here's how to watch wherever you are
The Apex Rotary Christmas Parade is the only nighttime holiday parade in Wake County — a beloved community tradition held each year in downtown Apex. The 2025 parade starts at 5:00 p.m. at Ambergate Station/The Peakway, then winds down Salem Street and ends near Moore Street.
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Sky 5 flies over the 2025 Raleigh Christmas Parade
The 2025 Raleigh Christmas Parade started shortly after 9:30 a.m. The parade goes east on Hillsborough Street, turns south for one block on Salisbury Street, goes west for one block on Morgan Street and goes south on Fayetteville Street. The parade finishes as participants turn west on Lenoir Street. The Sky 5 video does not have sound.
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Watch the 2025 Raleigh Christmas Parade in its entirety
Billed as a celebration and introduction of the holiday season, the parade features Triangle-area schools, bands, entertainers and of course, Santa Claus!
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Man tied to girl's death in 2022 Raleigh Christmas Parade sentenced to prison
Landen Glass was sentenced to prison and required community service on Monday for his role in the death of 11-year-old Hailey Brooks in November 2022 during the Raleigh Christmas Parade. Glass was behind the wheel of an out-of-control pickup truck that crashed into Brooks.
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2022 Raleigh Christmas Parade driver pleads guilty to charges in death of 11-year-old girl
Landen Glass, the driver whose out-of-control pickup truck fatally struck 11-year-old dancer Hailey Brooks during the 2022 Raleigh Christmas Parade, pleaded guilty Friday to three charges.
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Top holiday events in the Triangle for 2025: tree lightings, parades and more
The complete holiday event list you need for you, your family and any significant others for Fall/Winter 2025! With dozens of events happening all over the Triangle, here are our favorites you should plan for.
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Santa and Mrs. Claus close out the 2025 Raleigh Christmas Parade as thousands gather in downtown
The 2025 Raleigh Christmas Parade finished with the arrival of Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus. Thousands of people gathered in downtown Raleigh to watch the annual parade.
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Town of Zebulon brings back annual Christmas Parade
The parade will be held Dec. 14 at 3 p.m. in downtown, the town announced Wednesday.
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Trump wants nation to share his excitement for Army as he celebrates 79th birthday
The National Mall will be secured for visitors expected to celebrate the military and President Trump on the 250th birthday of the U.S. Army.
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Here's what to expect at the Army's 250th anniversary parade on Trump's birthday
More than 6,000 troops are poised to march near the National Mall to honor the Army's 250th anniversary on Saturday, which happens to be President Donald Trump's 79th birthday.
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Army plans for a potential parade on Trump's birthday call for 6,600 soldiers, AP learns
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Detailed Army plans for a potential military parade on President Donald Trump's birthday in June call for more than 6,600 soldiers, at least 150 vehicles, 50 helicopters, seven bands and possibly a couple thousand civilians, The Associated Press has learned.
