The 37th Annual Christmas in the Pines Rosepine Christmas Parade is scheduled to take place on Friday, Dec. 5. Community members, organizations, and local groups are invited to participate, with organizers emphasizing that the event is open to anyone interested in entering.

This year’s parade features no entry fee and will award cash prizes to the top three floats or entries. The first-place winner will receive $100, second place will receive $75, and third place will receive $50.

Entry forms may be picked up at Rosepine Elementary School or Rosepine High School. Participants will begin lining up at 12:30 p.m., and the parade is set to roll at 1:30 p.m.

For additional information, residents may contact Ryan Sonnier-Rivera at 337-401-9283 or send a fax to 337-463-4246.

The annual parade continues to be a longstanding holiday tradition in Rosepine, bringing together families, students, and local organizations to celebrate the Christmas season.