CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – This year’s annual Christmas parade, hosted by the City of Clarksville and Montgomery County Government is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 3 beginning at 5 p.m. in Downtown Clarksville.

PHOTOS: Christmas Parade 2015

The Christmas parade is an event for local businesses, schools, and organizations to showcase their Christmas spirit by walking, preparing a float, or driving a fun vehicle all decked out in holiday cheer. This year’s theme is “Christmas Trees & Memories” and participants are encouraged to embrace the theme through music, dress, and décor.

Awards will be presented to the first through third place winners in each division. Divisions include: Civic/Church, Business/Commercial, and City/County. Judging will be conducted at 3:30 p.m. on the day of the parade. Winners will be acknowledged as they pass the judges stand on Public Square.

A tree lighting ceremony will be held before the parade at Millennium Plaza.

For more information about the 57th Annual Christmas Parade, please contact Clarksville Parks & Recreation at 931-645-7476 or visit www.cityofclarksville.com/parade.