There is a new route for the Mt. Juliet Christmas Parade and it will affect traffic on most of N. Mt. Juliet Road, between Weston Drive and Woodridge Place (West Wilson Middle School to Mt. Juliet Middle School), on Saturday, December 14, 2024.
Starting at 10:45 a.m., North Mt. Juliet Road will be closed from Weston Drive to Woodridge Place until approximately 12:30 p.m. The parade kicks off at 11:00 a.m. To avoid the road closure, the following routes are recommended:
- Use the Golden Bear Gateway bypass.
- Use S. Greenhill Rd to Division St, to Pascal Dr, to Page Dr, to Old Lebanon Dirt Rd, to Chandler Rd, to Central Pike.
Parade spectators are encouraged to adhere to the following safety measures for themselves and children:
- Don’t go after throws: Don’t chase after candy or other items that land near passing floats.
- Don’t cross between floats: Avoid crossing the street between floats.
- Keep a safe distance: Maintain a safe distance from floats, vehicles, and performers.
- Choose a viewing area: Select a designated viewing area away from the parade route to avoid being in the path of vehicles or floats.
- Stay alert: Pay attention to your surroundings and avoid using headphones or electronic devices that could distract you.
- Follow crosswalks: Use designated crosswalks and follow traffic signals when crossing the street.
- Stay warm and dry: Ensure you pack a jacket and umbrella if the weather changes.
- Listen to public safety officials: Stay behind barricades/cones and out of the street, and listen to public safety officials.
Mt. Juliet’s residents and visitors should plan and be aware of the parade, which begins at 11:00 a.m. from West Wilson Middle School, travelling Mt. Juliet Rd and ending at Woodridge Place.
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If you attend the parade, the police department suggests arriving much before the 10:45 a.m. road closure. This will allow plenty of time to find parking. If you are not attending the parade, you may want to avoid the Mt. Juliet Road corridor to reduce frustration with the road closure and large traffic volume.
Parade Information: Mt. Juliet Christmas Parade Website
Parade Route Map: Map of Parade Route
Remember, there will be a large amount of vehicle and pedestrian traffic along Mt. Juliet Road in the north end of town after the parade. So take your time, and please be considerate. It is estimated that the parade traffic will be clear around 1:00 p.m.
Follow Mt. Juliet Police on Twitter @MtJulietPolice for live and active information about the parade as they happen.
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