It's Christmas time in Nederland ... that they also never miss out on the parade and the kids never miss out on getting ...

LYNN – Who doesn't love a parade to get you in the Christmas spirit ... Over 120 floats covered 23 miles of town. The Grinch was even invited, and candy flowed in the streets.

The 80th Raleigh Christmas Parade drew thousands to downtown Raleigh on Saturday. Although it was a chilly morning, the floats, music, and holiday cheer brought joy to many in the crowd.