Rain had threatened the Gardendale Christmas parade, but held off for the Thursday event.

This year’s theme was “Christmas Around the World” with a focus on domestic and international adoption.

The float winners were: First place, Keller Williams; second place, Gloryland Baptist Church; third place, Carol Nicrosi DMD; Crowd Favorite, “Crush Softball” Mordecai Sports; Judges’ Choice, Dunn Construction; Honorable Mentions, Miracle League and Supercuts.