Thousands descended on Nelson CBD this afternoon for the NBS Nelson Santa Parade with more than 50 floats spreading Christmas cheer.
Local emergency services, ethnic community groups, voluntary organisations, businesses, sport teams, and Santa Claus himself made their appearance at the colourful event which was filled with happy faces, Christmas music and lollies.
Event organiser, Alex Bradley, says the parade was merry.
"It went really well, the rain came in and left just before we started, so it was a great day, we had over 50 floats, and everyone seemed very happy down Trafalgar St," he says.
"Thanks to all of those people who took the time to decorate floats and enter the parade as participants, and all of the people for coming out and donating to the Cans for Christmas charity drive."
