On December 7th, 2024, Keystone Valley Fire Department attended the 2024 Coatesville Christmas Parade held on Lincoln Highway in the heart of Coatesville City. This hometown event has become a cherished memory for the families of the Coatesville area and the entire Chester County Region. The Coatesville parade had performances from the Mummers Band, local elementary, middle, and high school groups, Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and Brownies. Dance academies, Cheerleading groups, hip-hop dancers and Baton twirlers.

An automotive competition featuring Antique, Classic and Modified autos was held for prizes. Other competitions were held for best appearing fire company as well as th best appearing Police Department Vehicle. Numerous float competitions were also conducted for cash prizes. The parade concluded with Mr. and Mrs. Claus being escorted through the town on the Ladder Truck by the Coatesville Fire Department.

The Keystone Valley Fire Department would like to thank the City of Coatesville and the Christmas Parade committee for allowing our organization to attend this great parade. We would also like to thank the area residents in attendance for making this great event so memorable and We look forward to many more Christmas Parades for years to come.

*Thanks to IrishEyez Chesco for the use of the pictures*