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RALEIGH, N.C. — The Raleigh Christmas Parade will go on as scheduled, though without motor vehicles, avoiding a cancellation over safety concerns.

The city of Raleigh chose to deny the permit for the annual parade following the death of a young participant during last year's event.

Raleigh denied a permit for its annual holiday parade after last year’s fatal accident that killed a fourth-grader. The child’s family, and many others, want the parade to go on.

The Greater Raleigh Merchants Association announced the 2023 Raleigh Christmas Parade will continue on Nov. 18 without vehicles.

This season, new programs and emerging talent highlight the local dance events, with both Boston-based companies and troupes from overseas scheduled to perform. Dance critic Iris Fanger details the ones she's most excited for.

Five months after his 11-year-old daughter died while participating in the Raleigh Christmas parade, Trey Brooks asked lawmakers for laws to prevent similar tragedies in the future.

Raleigh leaders have denied the permit for the 2023 Christmas Parade out of respect for the family of a girl who was killed in a parade-related crash last year. The city is working on alternative events to celebrate the holiday season.

WAUSEON — Wauseon Homecoming crowned Ava Rice as its 2023 queen at the Queen’s Pageant Thursday.

Academy Award winner Ariana DeBose will perform a benefit concert for Theatre Raleigh Arts Center.

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are a few recommendations from Globe writers and critics, covering music, theater, comedy, museums, family events, and more.