A wave of holiday excitement swept through downtown Princeton Friday night as the Caldwell County Chamber of Commerce’s annual Christmas parade—“Believe in the Magic of the Season”—drew crowds eager to celebrate the season and light up the heart of the community.
Chamber Executive Director Chloe King was thrilled with the strong turnout and the crowd that came out to spread the holiday spirit in the community.
click to download audioThe grand marshals of the parade were two well-known business owners—David Adams of Adams Breezy Hill Farm and Nancy Newsom Mahaffey from Newsom’s Old Mill Store. Both Adams and Mahaffey told WPKY’s News Edge that it was an honor to be chosen to lead the parade.
click to download audioAccording to King, 29 entries pre-registered for the parade, but there were more participants that joined in the festivities—since registration wasn’t required.
A table was set up in front of the historic Caldwell County Courthouse, where parade entries were judged and the top three were awarded prizes.
click to download audioKing was excited about the strong community support for the Christmas parade and said she was happy that the Chamber had partnered with the Princeton Optimist Club, whose involvement helped ensure the parade ran smoothly.
After the parade, the holiday celebration continued at Adsmore House & Gardens with Christmas lights, live music and festive activities.
Be on the lookout for more pictures from the parade route through downtown Princeton that WPKY will share this weekend.
