The Novant Health Thanksgiving Day Parade in uptown Charlotte has been part of the Thanksgiving tradition in the Carolinas for generations.
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Complete with live performers, marching bands, larger-than-life floats and balloons, the parade is a great way to kick off the holiday season.
The parade will step off Thursday at 9 a.m. at 9th Street and march south on Tryon Street to Stonewall Street.
The performance area will be on South Tryon in front of the Duke Energy building.
The parade is free to attend, and there will be space along the route if you want to bring a chair or blanket.
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A limited number of reserved seats are available for purchase. This year, seats will be available in sections along Tryon. Tickets cost $25 in advance or $35 the day of the parade.
For more details or to purchase tickets, visit novanthealththanksgivingparade.com.