2013 Mocksville Christmas Parade Date and Time

2013 Date and Time for Mocksville NC Christmas Parade © Katrena

Although many folks have expected the Mocksville Christmas parade to roll down Main Street on the first Saturday of December for many years and counting, the date for the Davie County parade has been moved earlier on the calendar.



Christmas Parade in Davie County NC © Katrena

The Mocksville Christmas parade will begin at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 23, 2013 with the theme "Let It Snow." The parade is sure to feature many area school bands and sports teams along with floats, fire trucks, old cars that one might have seen at the popular Cruise Ins, and tractors that might rolled through in July at the tractor parade.



Fun Things to do for Christmas in Mocksville NC © Katrena

This parade, like the town of Cleveland in Rowan County, thrills the crowds with live animals. You might see beautiful horses or perhaps a few furry friends from the Davie County Humane Society. Unexpected entries might wow the crowds, and of course Santa will be at the end for those kids who are anxiously awaiting.



2013 Christmas Parade Date and Time in Mocksville NC © Katrena

Mocksville's Main Street also hosts the Twas the Night Before Bed Race that will roll through the evening before on Friday, November 22, 2013 beginning at 6:00 p.m. as teams rally to see who can push the fastest under the glow of the newly lit Christmas lights.



Christmas Parade in Mocksville North Carolina © Katrena

The town's buildings and trees along and near Main Street will be illuminated to kick off the town's Christmas season at approximately 5:30 p.m. on Friday, November 22, 2013. Seeing the four oak trees and courthouse clock glowing with seasonal lights is a nice compliment to the beautiful plants and flowers that line the popular street in Davie County.



Fun Family Winter Activities in Davie County © Katrena

Those looking to purchase Christmas gifts locally will find a variety of shopping opportunities around the square and nearby streets along with all sorts of tempting treats from the local restaurants.
Photos in this article are from Mocksville's 2012 Christmas parade



Fun Christmas Parades in North Carolina © Katrena

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Fun Things to do in Piedmont of NC © Katrena

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Christmas Hayride Through Downtown Mocksville, NC Like Being in Norman Rockwell Picture

Christmas Hayride in Mocksville NC © Katrena

Mocksville, located in Davie County of North Carolina, hosts a beautiful array of Christmas lights downtown. The trees and areas businesses along Main Street are outlined with beautiful white lights. Yes, there are small trees along the street, but the most noticeable trees by far are the four oak trees in the center of town. The lights on these majestic trees can be seen from quite a distance.

Downtown Mocksville Christmas Lights © Katrena

Or even close-up on a hayride. In 2012, free hayrides were offered to folks to enjoy the quaint Southern town in the Piedmont decked out for Christmas. Folks could climb aboard the flatbed lined with haybales and enjoy the sights and sounds of the season.

Santa and Mrs. Claus in Davie County © Katrena

Santa and Mrs. Claus smiled and waved as guests rode by. I asked one of the little boys on the hayride if he was going to ask Santa for socks and underwear for Christmas. He emphatically informed me that those were not on his list and then told me about his hopes for this year. We also talked about how cool it can be to watch meteor showers.

As we traveled beneath the four oaks, I could not help but notice how pretty the courthouse looked as white lights illuminated the large clock on top. The hayride took us down Main Street, where not so long ago the first annual bed race was held and then up some side streets and back around again. Riders could enjoy seeing a beautiful nativity scene, wall mural, and perhaps even a few impromptu Christmas carols sung by the kids and adults together.

Restored Tractor for Hayride © Katrena

Of course, Main Street also hosts a variety of activities, from the summer car shows to the annual tractor parade. I asked the driver if he had driven his tractor in Mocksville's tractor parade this year. He said that his work schedule conflicted with this year's parade but that he hopes to ride next year, saying his father would have been proud of the recent restoration done on his tractor. I would have to agree.

Enjoying Family Time Together © Katrena

For me, tonight was a night to spend time together with family, remembering that time and life is precious and not something to take for granted. Many in our nation will not have the opportunity to hug ones in their family or circle of friends tonight or this Christmas season, and my heartfelt condolences, prayers, and thoughts go out to them.

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