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Pleasure Island residents and visitors of all ages are invited to join in the fun and celebrate the start of the season at this event which is always a crowd-pleaser, and a surefire way to get into the holiday spirit. The Island of Lights Christmas Parade always features a wave of creative and colorful floats, bands, and holiday cheer, and is a free and fun event that lights up the heart of the Cape Fear coastline.

The Island of Lights Christmas Parade takes place in Carolina Beach, and the parade route follows Atlanta Avenue to Lake Park Blvd. to the Federal Point Plaza, which makes it convenient for folks staying throughout the Pleasure Island area. Though the participants vary from year to year, spectators can expect a fun and lively evening show, with floats, live music, local bands, and an appearance by Santa Claus himself. The event is free and wide open to the public, and participants are always welcome to attend by contacting the Carolina Beach Recreation Center before the day of the parade. With plenty of fun and festivities to go around, the Island of Lights Christmas Parade is always a highlight of the holiday season in Carolina Beach and miles beyond.