The 13th Annual Frost Fest Illuminated Parade is being held this Saturday December 7th beginning at approximately 6:00 pm in downtown Hays.  The theme for this year’s event was Inside Santa’s Workshop, which all parade entries have to somehow incorporate.

Parade-goers will have the opportunity to vote via text message for their favorite float by sending a text message to 785-639-HAYS with the entry number (which should be on a sign attached to the float).  The entry receiving the most votes will be awarded the People’s Choice Award and $200.00 in Chamber Checks.

Prior to the parade, community members can also enjoy the following at the Hays Public Library

• 10am: Breakfast & Story Time with Santa (Ages 11 and under, Registration Required)
• 12pm to 4pm: Holiday Card Center
• 12pm to 4pm: Parade Float Building (Ages 12+)
• 1pm to 4pm: Pictures with Santa & Chilly
• 2pm: Cookie Decorating
• 3pm: Reindeer Games (designed for ages 11 and under, but everyone is welcome)
• 4pm: Hot Chocolate will be provided.

The FrostFest committee is asking for assistance from the public to ensure the safety of all participants and spectators during the parade. The committee requests that no vehicles be parked in the stalls located along Main Street between 13th and 7th. In addition, they have asked all parade participants to hand out candy rather than throw it, and for parents to keep a close eye on children during the parade to keep them from running into the street.