- April 24, 2024
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Ocoee Police officers led the parade on their motorcycles.
The Ocoee Police Department Honor Guard carried the colors.
The Orange County Sheriff’s Office Honor Guard followed closely behind, also carrying the colors.
Orange County Sheriff’s deputies drove by on motorcyclesand high-fived parade-goers.
Orange County Sheriff and Mayor-Elect Jerry Demings perched on the sunroof of a car as he waved to residents.
Orlando Police Chief/Orange County Sheriff-Elect John Mina waved from his vehicle.
Orange County Sheriff’s deputies and their horses were crowd favorites.
Ocoee Commissioner Rosemary Wilsen, along with other Ocoee commissioners and staff, tossed candy to parade-goers.
Ocoee Mayor Rusty Johnson and Commissioner John Grogan were among the city staff who participated in the parade.
Orange County District 1 Commissioner Betsy VanderLey loved tossing treats to spectators.
State Rep. Geraldine Thompson tossed treats to excited children along the route.
Members of Ocoee’s American Legion Post 109 manned this incredible vehicle.
Ocoee Bulldogs players rode on a large float and thanked the community for their support as they prepare to move on to national competition.
Ocoee Bulldogs cheerleaders rode on a large float and thanked the community for their support as they prepare to move on to national competition.
Parents and volunteers with the Ocoee Bulldogs garnered community support to help bring their players and cheerleaders to national competition.
West Orange Chamber of Commerce representatives enjoyed being part of the parade.
Even Shrek made an appearance in the parade, along with Donkey and other characters.
A parade participant brought a Mickey Mouse-themed bubble wand, which children along the route loved.
The Grinch did not steal Christmas this year, but he was part of the parade.
The Girl Scouts concentrated on handing out candy.
Ocoee High’s marching band was one of the parade highlights.
Ocoee High dancers were all smiles.
Ocoee High dancers were all smiles.
Ocoee High’s marching band was one of the parade highlights.
Ocoee High’s marching band played various Christmas tunes for the crowd.
Ocoee High’s marching band played various Christmas tunes for the crowd.
Images of Girl Scout cookies adorned Troop 4747’s float.
West Orange Babe Ruth players had a great time riding in the parade.
OCOEE Hundreds of residents lined the streets of Ocoee on Saturday, Dec. 1, in anticipation of one of the city’s most well-loved traditions — the annual Christmas parade. Local government officials and agencies led the parade, which ended at Bill Breeze Park, as other community groups followed and greeted excited parade-goers. Boy and Girl Scout troops, local sports organizations, schools, the Ocoee High marching band and even a collection of Jeep enthusiasts were just a few of the participants.
