Brandon Parade of Lights returns bigger in second year, drawing crowds hours before the start

BRANDON, Fla. — The Brandon Parade of Lights returned Saturday night, illuminating the unincorporated community for blocks and drawing residents who say the growing holiday tradition is becoming a can’t-miss event.

Held 12 days before Christmas, the second annual parade featured high school bands, first responders, community leaders and more than 120 decorated floats — a significant increase from 70 in its inaugural year.

“It’s definitely a big town in a small town,” parade attendee Danielle DeCarbo said…

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