Saturday’s North Port Poinsettia Parade route and information
Francesco Abbruzzino, The Uncensored Report, LLC
Where can I watch the parade?
The one-mile parade begins at 5 p.m. and travels down Sumter Blvd. Spectator viewing is available along Sumter between Sylvania Ave. and City Hall Blvd. and on the City Center Front Green. For your safety – no spectators will be permitted in the median of Sumter Blvd. The parade will last 60-90 minutes depending on the number of entries received.
Route description
Floats adorned with poinsettias, decorated vehicles, and walking groups will start at Sylvania Avenue and follow the one-mile route south on Sumter Boulevard. The route will turn east onto City Hall Boulevard, before making its way along the Front Green. Escorted by North Port Fire Rescue, jolly St. Nick will make a special appearance in the parade.
The parade will end at the annual Poinsettia Festival, presented by Achieva Credit Union. The Festival will include a tree lighting ceremony, live entertainment, and food/merchandise vendors.
