The 72nd annual Jack Frost Parade, sponsored by Northampton Exchange Club, is scheduled for 6 p.m. Oct. 23.

The rain date is Oct. 30.

This is a change from the usual schedule. In the past, the parade has been on the second-to-last Thursday in October.

The new day of the week is not the only change for this year. The 2021 parade will also feature a new route.

The parade will travel north on Lerchenmiller Drive from Clear Springs Drive to Smith Lane; left onto Smith Lane to Laubach Avenue; left onto Laubach Avenue, then an immediate right onto Gene Zarayko Drive (14th Street) to Washington Avenue; right onto Washington Avenue to 19th Street; left onto 19th Street to Main Street; left onto Main Street to Lerchenmiller Drive and ending at Northampton Fire Station, 4 Lerchenmiller Drive.

The route change is reportedly due to activities scheduled at Northampton Banquet and Event Center, 1601 Laubach Ave.

The parade, reportedly one of the oldest in the Lehigh Valley, is organized to raise public spirit and unity in the community.

Make sure you come out to support the numerous businesses, clubs and organizations represented in the parade. The event also gives you a chance to connect with your friends and neighbors, especially since the 2020 parade was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

For those unable to attend the parade, RCN will provide live coverage.

Northampton Mayor Thomas D. Reenock officially proclaimed Oct. 23 as Jack Frost Day in the borough.

If you have any questions or need additional information, call 610-262-4965 or email jackfrostparade2018@gmail.com.