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Bend Oregon . . . Christmas Parade

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Real Estate Agent with Cascade Sotheby's International Realty

I've been wrongfully accused of writing too much . . . real estate in Bend Oregon, homes for sale in Central Oregon, Brasada Ranch foreclosures, blah, blah, blah.  Well, as a wise man once said, "a picture is worth a thousand words" . . . this post will be mostly pictures of the Bend Oregon Christmas Parade.

Saturday, December 5, dawned gray and frigid (whatever happened to the 300 days of sunshine per year that COVA is always bragging about?), but nothing could dampen the spirits of thousands--spectators and participants alike-- as they headed downtown for what has become a remarkable community celebration . . . the annual Bend Oregon Christmas parade.

funky map of christmas parade route

There was something for everyone (at least for those dressed for the arctic!).

something for everyone in bend oregon

A 5 km "Jingle bell Run" for over 1500 bipeds of various sizes, shapes, and ages.

jingle bell run in bend oregon

There were an astounding 87 floats entered.

one of 87 floats in bend oregon parade

There were the requisite high school marching bands,

summit high school marching band in bend oregon

the cute kids,

cute kids in bend oregon christmas parade

There were well-behaved canines,

nice dogs at bend oregon christmas parade

even a hefty Clydesdale.

hefty clydesdale at bend parade

Of course, Santa made an appearance as well.  He said that Bend was "colder than the north pole."

The highlight of the parade without a doubt was, what appeared to be, a spontaneous, internet inspired, "flash mob" dance.  Check out the YouTube link here . . . it's guaranteed to put a smile on your face!

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Ellen Crawford
Maximum One Executive REALTORS® - Alpharetta, GA
Alpharetta Real Estate Agents & Alpharetta REALTOR

Great photos.  You are getting me in the mood to want Christmas here again!

Jan 19, 2010 10:52 AM