Christmas spirit lives on, as downtown Merced holds ‘reverse parade’ down Main Street
Main Street was full of smiles, cheer and Christmas spirit on Saturday night as Merced held its Christmas Tree Lane “reverse parade.”
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, parade organizers improvised for a second year and opted for a drive-through parade.
There were displays, performances and floats lined up on both sides of Main Street as parade-goers drove through downtown Merced in their vehicles.
People were treated to displays set up by first responders, car clubs, youth dance groups. local businesses and clubs. There was also a variety of Christmas music as viewers drove past the different displays.
Main Street was lit up with a dazzling display of lights, plus Santa Claus was on hand to wave to people as their cars passed by Bob Hart Square.
Shawn Jansen
Merced Sun-Star