Local towns are already planning holiday festivities. What tops the list? The annual Christmas parades.
Here are the basics.
Belmont
When? 4 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3
How to sign up: The parade entry form can be found on the Montcross Area Chamber of Commerce website.
Cost: Prices range from $490 for a professional float to $50 to bring your own float and $25 for non-profit groups
Deadline: Nov. 15
Stanley
When? 3 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11
How to sign up: Pick up a registration form at the Town Hall
Cost: Free
Deadline: None
Gastonia
When: 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8
How to sign up: www.GastonCoJaycees.org
Cost: $25
Deadline: First come, first serve. Spaces are limited.
Dallas
When? 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13
How to sign up: Forms will be available at Town Hall.
Cost: Free
Deadline: Dec. 6
Bessemer City
When? 4:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6
How to sign up: Forms are available by calling the parks and recreation center at 704-629-5111. Forms will be available online.
Cost: Free
Deadline: One week prior to parade
Lowell
When? 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14
How to sign up: Call the Lowell Recreation Department at 704-824-0099
Cost: Free
Deadline: none
Cramerton
When? 4 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5
How to sign up: Call the parks and recreation department at 704-824-4231
Cost: Free
Deadline: None
Kings Mountain
When? 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7
How to sign up: pick up an entry form at the Town Hall
Cost: $20
Deadline: Friday, Dec. 6
Mount Holly
When? 4 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4
How to sign up: Call Daphne Barton, at 704-830-4932
Cost: Free
Deadline: none