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PETERSBURG - Last year, hundreds attended the first Old Towne Christmas festival which included a traditional parade. Other than scarves to stay warm, the only face coverings worn were by the Grinch, Santa, and some crazy Minions. I also remember mingling with Darth Vader and some stormtroopers in attendance. Since we're in the middle of a pandemic, a covid-conscious drive-thru style Christmas parade will take place this year on Saturday, Dec. 19 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in Downtown Petersburg.  “This year has looked very different for everyone, but the Holiday season is always worth c...

Petersburg to hold 'COVID-compliant' Christmas parade By: WTVR CBS 6 Web Staff Posted at 3:16 PM, Dec 15, 2020 and last updated 2020-12-15 15:16:53-05 PETERSBURG, Va. -- A "COVID-compliant" Christmas parade will takeover Old Towne Petersburg on Saturday. But instead of floats parading down the street, the floats will remain stationary while parade-goers take in the sights from the cars. “This year has looked very different for everyone, but the Holiday season is always worth celebrating even if it’s in an altered format,” Petersburg Mayor Sam Parham said. â€...

Petersburg hosting drive-thru style Christmas parade Christmas (Source: Pexels) By NBC12 Newsroom | December 15, 2020 at 3:20 PM EST - Updated December 15 at 3:20 PM PETERSBURG, Va. (WWBT) - The COVID-19 pandemic isn’t getting in the way of Petersburg celebrating Christmas in a modified and safe way this year. Spectators will still be able to enjoy the holiday cheer of a parade, just in reverse. The Christmas displays will stay in place while spectators will drive by them. You can also enjoy a special music selection on 87.9 FM as you drive by. “This year has looked very di...