Irmo to hold nighttime Christmas Parade

Bright Lights, Warm Hearts is the theme for this year’s Christmas Parade, which will feature a new nighttime format.

Community members, organizations and local businesses are invited to light up the evening and celebrate the holiday season during the parade on Saturday, Dec. 5, beginning at 5:45 p.m.

The parade will start at Crossroads Middle School, travel along St. Andrews Road and conclude at Irmo Elementary School.

WLTX’s Erika Glover will serve as emcee, and State Rep. Nathan Ballentine will lead the procession as grand marshal.

Registration is now open for local groups, schools, civic organizations and businesses interested in participating in the lighted parade. Entries can be submitted at tinyurl.com/mttzr3cy. The registration deadline is Nov. 20.