Mechanicsville, VA – Drivers across Hanover County should expect heavy delays and multiple road closures on Sunday as the annual Mechanicsville Christmas Parade kicks off from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., according to the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, parade-related traffic limitations on Hanover Green Drive begin at 11 a.m., followed by a full shutdown of downtown Mechanicsville at 1:30 p.m. to allow for staging, pedestrian movement, and unit preparations. Officials warn that congestion will be significant both before and after the parade.
The parade route starts at Signal Hill Road and moves onto Strain Avenue, continuing north to Hillis Way. From there, floats will turn east along Hillis Way toward Atlee Road, travel south to Business Route 360, and finish the route by turning onto Elm Drive.
All roads along and within this route will remain closed to vehicle traffic from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., and deputies urge drivers to plan alternate travel for much of the afternoon. Pedestrian volume is also expected to be high throughout central Mechanicsville.
The Sheriff’s Office says its goal is to keep the event running smoothly while minimizing disruption for residents, though travelers should anticipate delays throughout the area.
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