Alexandria VA Scottish Christmas Walk Parade

**Geoff Withnell** · 5th December 14, 05:31 AM

By all means join us walking with Clan Davidson, if you can. Kilts are not necessary, the rules say "Scottish or festive attire" and are in any case almost unenforced.

Originally Posted by O'Callaghan

I was in hospital for the entire MD Irish Festival, but attending a Scottish event would hardly balance that out, although the wife (and hence also the kids) are Clan Davidson, albeit none of them own a kilt. My wife does own a Davidson kilt pin (Why? What use is it without a kilt?), and possibly a Davidson scarf, but nothing else even vaguely Scots.

**Mael Coluim** · 5th December 14, 05:34 AM

Originally Posted by Mael Coluim

It's hard to believe but in less than two weeks the Alexandria VA Scottish Christmas Walk Parade will be held on Saturday, 12/6. I have registered my Clan Society, MacCallum Malcolm to participate in it. Each year, I invite members here who may not be associated with a Clan or one that is not marching in the parade to join our group. The only requirements are to have some tartan showing, smile and wave. Many a year, I’ve had more XMarkers in the unit than Kinsmen.

The Parade begins at 11 AM and ends around 1 PM. You will need to be at our assigned staging area by 10 AM.
PM me with your email address if you are interested to do so and I'll keep you posted on our assignments, etc.

Here are my pics from last year's parade.

Who else will be participating in this parade?

Our group, Clan MacCallum Malcolm Society assembles in section F the 400 block of Wilkes Street between Pitt and Royal. Parade starts at 11 AM. Line up is at 10 AM. I'll be there at 8.

**Holcombe Thomas** · 6th December 14, 06:26 PM

There was a good turnout of both marchers and watchers at the parade this morning. It was fine Scottish weather, a bit chilly and threatening rain all morning, but not raining until after the walk was over. I'm sure Mael will be along with photos, but a fine time was had by all.

And, again, Mael, thanks for letting a lone Graham join forces with Clan McCollum for the event. I had a great time.

Holcombe