Seasons Greetings Clayton Christmas Parade participants, volunteers and spectators!

The Clayton Rotary Club and The Town of Clayton want to remind all parade participants, volunteers and spectators of the long-established set of safety measures for the Clayton Christmas Parade slated for Saturday, December 13, 2025. As with any special event, safety is our number one priority. Incident action plans are in place and are constantly being adjusted to ensure the safest environment possible. The Clayton Police Department will be verifying vehicles participating in the parade have a current registration and that all drivers have a valid operator’s license and are at least 18 years of age. We are looking forward to continuing the tradition of a safe and fun parade for all and appreciate your cooperation!
Watch the 2024 Parade

CHANGES IN 2025 PARADE TIME & ROUTE

Beginning this year, the Parade will start at 11 AM but as in previous years will be on the second Saturday in December which this year is the 13th. The Parade Route will also change from prior years in response to the construction start for the new Clayton High School. The Parade assembly area will be on all of Atkinson Street and Main Street from Atkinson to Robertson Street. The disassembly/disembarking area will be on Main Street from Smith Street to Compton Street. The spectator viewing Area will be from Robertston Street to Smith Street. Please see the 2025 ROUTE button to link to the new Route Map. IT IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT THAT ENTRANTS SHARE THE NEW TIME AND ROUTE INFORMATION WITH ALL THEIR PARADE PARTICIPANTS!
2025 Route

Registration for 2025 is Now Open

Registration for the 2025 Parade is now OPEN. Motorized vehicle operators must be at least 18, have valid driver's license and provide this information as part of registration. In addition, the tag information for any vehicle or trailer for which NC registration is required must be provided as part of Parade registration. This is all part of keeping our parade safe and fun for all. Your cooperation will be greatly appreciated. Please click on the Registration button to go to the Registration Page.
Registration

Rotary Club of Clayton & Town of Clayton

The Clayton Rotary Club was founded in 1925 and is celebrating 100 years of service this year. The Club is very engaged in the community as a group and through the time and efforts of its members in a multitude of community roles. Please take a moment to click on the Service above Self button to learn more about our Club and please come join us at our weekly meeting on Thursdays at 7 am at Rainbow Lanes; breakfast is on us! The Town of Clayton celebrated its 150th Anniversary in 2019! This year it is 156 years, and Clayton has come a long way as exemplified by the fact it is the fastest growing Town in Johnston County. Please take a moment to learn more about what's happening in your Town, by clicking on the Think Clayton button. Then come join us on December 13th at the Parade as an entrant, volunteer or spectator!
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