Three Raleigh police officers and the Grinch pose for a photo. A German Shepard K-9 dog stands next to an officer with a toy Santa riding on the dogs back.

First Responders Bring Holiday Cheer to Parade Spectators

Raleigh celebrates the 80th annual Christmas Parade

News Published 11/26/2024 Updated 11/26/2024

Thousands of spectators braved the low temperatures and strong winds to see the 80th annual Raleigh Christmas Parade this past weekend. Raleigh fire and police departments made sure they brought holiday cheer to the crowds, along with ensuring their safety.

The parade featured floats with Triangle-area schools, bands, entertainers, businesses and, at the end, Santa Claus. The Raleigh Police Department showcased its K-9 and mounted units, along with other teams. Raleigh Fire participated with fire trucks and firefighters, along with Sparky the Fire Dog.

The 2024 ABC11 Raleigh Christmas Parade was presented by Shop Local Raleigh and took place in downtown Raleigh on Nov. 23. See photos below of RPD and RFD at the parade.

Three RPD officers of the mounted unit ride on their horses during the parade. Horses have poinsettia decor around their necks.

Raleigh Police Chief Estella Patterson along with another RPD officer waves to the crowd as they walk in the Christmas parade. — Raleigh Police Chief Estella Patterson brings holiday cheer to parade spectators.

RPD officer shakes hands with a Raleigh Firefighter dressed in formal fire uniform — Sgt. K.B. Hutzler of RPD (left) and Lt. Nick Rhodes of RFD connect at the parade.

Raleigh fire truck in parade - skyscrapers are visible in background.

Fire Engine 22 at downtown Raleigh Christmas parade. Sparky the fire dog is waving to the crowd from the top of truck

Three officers from RPD enjoy the parade. Parade crowd sits behind them

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First Responders Bring Holiday Cheer to Parade Spectators

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