The Fayetteville Rotary Christmas Parade, organized by the Rotary Club of Fayetteville since 1999, was held on December 13 in downtown Fayetteville.

Photography by James Throssel.

Candy canes were a popular handout during the parade. Credit: James Throssel / CityView
Jack Britt High School Marching Band moves down Hay Street. Credit: James Throssel / CityView
A Grinch rides atop a Jeep with a furry friend . Credit: James Throssel / CityView
Mickey Mouse rides festively in the back of a pickup truck. Credit: James Throssel / CityView
Douglas Byrd High School’s Marching Band fills Hay Street in front of the Market House. Credit: James Throssel / CityView
A South View High School Marching Tigers band member performs. Credit: James Throssel / CityView
DreamVille Dance Company took over the street during the parade. Credit: James Throssel / CityView
The Grinch rides through Hay Street during the parade. Credit: James Throssel / CityView
Little Miss Princess of Cumberland County 2025, Autumn Willis, waves to the crowd. Credit: James Throssel / CityView

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