Christmas parades are rain or shine for Saturday

Here's what I know: 

Here's what the parade's website says: "The parade is a rain or shine or snow event and will take place this Sat. Dec. 14 unless there is a national weather alert. ... Please dress accordingly if you are attending the parade or marching in it."

Here's what the Jaycees shared with me by email: "This year, the Cary Jaycees will likely be holding the parade in the rain. With over 100 entries, thousands of spectators, and a year full of holiday parade preparation, there is no opportunity to reschedule this annual festivity. It takes a community and large amount of police service to put on the Saturday event. So, a little rain will not dampen the Christmas time spirit! If you are with a group that cannot make it out in the rain, we will miss you and hope to see you next year. Remember to bring your umbrellas, jackets, towels and some holly jolly excitement tomorrow at 2 p.m."

"If there was ice and snow in the forecast, we would certainly consider postponing or canceling the parade because safety comes first," said Downtown Development Director Lisa Newhouse in the release. "But with a forecast of showers and no promise of good weather in the future, we're keeping everything as scheduled and hoping for the best."

Check the box above for more information about each of the parades.