The Belleview Christmas Parade took place on Sunday, December 8, 2024, at 2 p.m. The parade route began at Lake Lillian and Robinson Road, proceeded north on Highway 441, and concluded at 110th Street.
The event saw a fantastic turnout, with the crowd enjoying the lively bands, colorful floats, wailing sirens, and Santa Claus, who traditionally closed the parade atop a City of Belleview bucket truck.
The 2024 Belleview Christmas Parade was proudly hosted by Friends of the Christmas Parade, LLC. Congratulations to this year’s winners in each category:
Float Category: 1st Place: Belleview High School Boosters, 2nd Place: Storybook Farms, 3rd Place: Iron Shield Heat & Air
Marching Category: 1st Place: The Arts District, 2nd Place: Florida Twirling Academy, 3rd Place: Ocklawaha Little Bits 4-H
Motorized Category: 1st Place: A&L Tree Service, 2nd Place: Belleview Christian Academy, 3rd Place: Airborne Tree Service
Bands: 1st Place: Lake Weir High School, 2nd Place: Belleview Middle & High School
Far right, Izaiah, who turned 15 on Sunday, December 8, celebrated his birthday at the 2024 Belleview Christmas Parade with family and friends. Happy Birthday Izaiah!
The Belleview High School Athletic Booster Club brought the spirit to the Christmas Parade, featuring some standout guests. Above, a cheerleader pumps up the crowd.
Santa and Mrs. Clause we’re the last to come down Belleview Christmas Parade route in a City of Belleview Bucket Truck and that’s who everyone was waiting for.
Lights, Camera, Action: the Magic Continues at Lake Lillian
The official start of the holiday season here in Belleview would not be complete without the Annual Light Up Lake Lillian on Southeast Robinson Road. On Saturday, December 7, the community came together to celebrate this magical tradition hosted by the City of Belleview. At precisely 6 PM, the lights illuminated the night sky after an exciting countdown. Powered by Gary Yeomans Ford Villages, this free event had something for everyone.
Children were thrilled to meet Santa himself, and families had the chance to get a free photo with him. Additional photo opportunities were also available throughout the event. The Church on the Hill delighted guests with a Cookie Decorating Station, providing everything needed to create festive and delicious treats. Kids also enjoyed the Ornament Making Station, sponsored by the Orange Blossom Gardens Lions Club of Lady Lake, where they could craft a keepsake to take home.
Church on the Hill, located on 441 in Belleview, brought over 700 cookies of all shapes and flavors to Light Up Lake Lillian on Saturday, December 7, for the kids, or adults to decorate. From left, Logan and Hailey Taylor, Melody and Jade Hamilton and Brielle and Emrys Rosario decorate their cookies that soon vanished.
Santa wishes Lillian and her Mom, Imani, a Merry Christmas, and places his hand on the newest addition, that will arrive soon to the Grabe family.
Brianna Palmer and her son, Xavier pose for and adorable picture together as Smile Time’s owner and photographer, Felicia Gomez snaps the sweet photo.
