If you’re in the Surfside area, be sure to check out the Surfside Beach Christmas Parade! With over 100 entries including floats and marching bands, this promises to be a lively event. The parade will start on Ocean Boulevard and wind through Melody Lane, Surfside Drive and end at Poplar Drive. Getting there early is recommended so you can grab the best spot. The parade will be held rain or shine, but may be cancelled in the event of lightning. Town of Surfside Beach, Ocean Blvd. Saturday, 2 p.m. Free. (843) 913-6111, www.surfsidebeach.org