RALEIGH (WTVD) -- While there's a lot of excitement surrounding the ABC11/LeithCars.com Raleigh Christmas Parade presented by Shop Local Raleigh, many residents have just one question - why is the parade before Thanksgiving?
Well, there are a few reasons.
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Jennifer Martin with Shop Local Raleigh said the tradition started back in the 1930s.
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Local merchants hold the parade the week before Thanksgiving to kick off the holiday season and to encourage you to shop local!
Watch the video for more information.