Regional holiday parades proceed amid high attendance, dispute
PUBLISHED Nov 26, 2025, 4:36 AM ET
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Appleton, Wisconsin and multiple U.S. cities held seasonal parades this week, drawing large crowds and community participation; Detroit staged America's Thanksgiving Parade on Nov. 27 with floats and celebrity appearances, Valders High School marched in Chicago, and North Miami marked its 50th parade. In Lumberton, a business was removed 48 hours before its Christmas parade over concerns that costumes could frighten children. Reporting relied on local station coverage, organizer statements, and participant quotes to document events and responses. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
By Ayesha A. | JQJO News
Timeline of Events
- Nov. 27: America's Thanksgiving Parade returned in Detroit with floats and grand marshals.
- Nov. 27 (Thanksgiving Day): Valders High School marched in the Chicago Thanksgiving Parade.
- Nov. 27 (Thanksgiving Day): North Miami hosted its 50th WinterNational Thanksgiving Day Parade.
- Oct. 20: Hollow Acres received initial approval from Lumberton Chamber (per owner statement).
- Two days before Lumberton parade: Hollow Acres was removed from participation over costume concerns; Appleton later held its 54th Christmas Parade on a Tuesday night despite rain.
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