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It's Hometown
Holiday Horse Parade week!
Includes Schedule of Events
It's the most wonderful time of the year! The 2018 Hometown Holiday
Horse Parade returns on Saturday, November 17th at 7 pm in downtown
Greenville! This annual tradition in Darke County has kicked off the
holiday season for the downtown district the past 14 years.
The 2018 Hometown Holiday Horse Parade Grand Marshal is Dick Brown,
president of the Greenville High School Alumni Association. Dick has
been a longtime supporter of Greenville Schools and is also known for
his incredible display of over 100,000 Christmas lights at his home!
Voted best parade by the readers of Ohio Magazine in 2017, the lighted
event boosts 80+ entries and brings an estimated 8,000+ spectators into
the downtown area. The parade will travel down South Broadway, travel
around the circle, and return back up South Broadway.
The committee would like to remind spectators to stay off of the street
during the parade and do not try to cross S. Broadway once the parade
has begun. In addition, please do not dangle your legs over the edge of
the curb. “We want a safe environment for everyone. For those who are
watching the parade and for those who bring their horses to
participate,” said Steve Strick, Chief of Police for the City of
Greenville.
Main Street Greenville, the non-profit organization that has been
coordinating the event since 2004, and the Hometown Holiday Horse
Parade Committee utilizes many volunteers within the community to make
the event happen, as well as provide multiple entertainment options
leading up to the parade. “This event helps to highlight our beautiful
downtown to those who live here and those who visit. It is a great way
to start your family’s holiday celebrations,” said Diana Stebbins, 2018
Parade Chairperson.
Below you will find the current list of entertainment / events for the
day, please follow Main Street Greenville's Facebook Page to receive
updates as they occur.
9:30 am - 5:30 pm • Granny's Corner Frame Shop Holiday Sale
20% off all puzzles in stock
4-6:30 pm • Romer’s Catering Delightful Dinner Buffet
118 E. Main St. - Reservations required, includes free premier parking.
Call 937-548-2202 to reserve your spot
4-7 pm • Shop & Dine Downtown Before the Parade
Over 30 independent shops and dining establishments
5-7 pm • FREE Pony Rides
Annie Oakley Park - Intersection of S. Broadway & Martin St.
5:00-6:00 pm • JoEllen Melling & Jennifer Peck
Local singers, performing your favorite holiday hits in front of the
Darke County Courthouse, corner of 4th & S. Broadway
5:30-7:00 pm • Craft & Snack Vendors Set-Up
Vendors will have a variety of gift items, home decor, crafts for kids,
warm drinks, and snack items to enjoy during the parade
5:30-6:30 pm • Big Brothers Big Sisters Open House
205 E. 4th Street - Enjoy free hot chocolate and cookies
5:45-6:45 pm • Chelsea & John
Local singers, performing your favorite holiday hits at the Circle
Fountain, intersection of Broadway & Main St.
7 pm • 15th Annual Hometown Holiday Horse Parade
Over 75 lighted horse-drawn carriages, hitches and riders illuminate
South Broadway for a grand holiday tradition
Main Street Greenville would like to thank the families who bring their
horses to this parade event and the local businesses who help to
sponsor this annual event, a full list of sponsors can be found on
their website. This year's Platinum Parade Sponsors are Wayne
Healthcare, Greenville Federal, and Edison State Community College.
Please visit www.MainStreetGreenville.org or follow them on social
media for more information about the organization and the 15th Annual
Hometown Holiday Horse Parade. If you have any questions, you can
contact them at 937-548-4998 or info@mainstreetgreenville.org.
Palladium Sponsors:
Flory Landscaping
Wieland Jewelers
Diamond Sponsors:
Zechar Bailey Funeral Home
WTGR 97.5 FM Tiger Country Radio
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