Get ready to deck the halls with barking holly – the annual Reindog Parade is set to take over Mt. Adams this weekend. A tradition spanning over two decades, this quirky spectacle, heralded by the Mt. Adams Business Guild, brings the community together in a celebration that mixes holiday cheer with canine costumes. Santa will lead the pack as the streets of Mt. Adams transform into a festive promenade for pooches.

To make way for tail-wagging merriment on Saturday, December 14, several streets will be closed off from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM, including Monastery Street, Louden Street, St Gregory Street, Pavilion Street, and Carney Street, the City of Cincinnati announced. With furry friends and their humans set to strut down the roadway, these temporary closures are bound to create a pedestrian paradise that’s more howl-day than a highway for the duration of the festivities.

While the Reindog Parade may be a seasonal highlight for many, residents need to note the changes in traffic patterns could affect their Saturday plans, as certain thoroughfares will become impassable for vehicles. Hatch Street, among them, drivers should prepare for diversions. However, it's worth noting the organizers have ensured that local and emergency access will still be maintained throughout, guided by Cincinnati Police posts positioned to manage the flow and ensure safety.

Those looking to join the parade or watch can expect a procession of dogs in their best seasonal gear, flanking Santa and the Grand Marshall, turning heads and bringing smiles to all in attendance. It's not just a parade. It's a chance for pets and their people to bond and take to the streets with glee filling the air and joy shining on every corner where pets parade. It's a sight Mt. Adams wouldn't miss for the world.