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A sold-out fleet of floats, vehicles, fire trucks and bands paraded up and down Harrison and Washington streets Saturday evening, giving town residents a night full of holiday cheer.

Open slots to participate in the parade were in such high demand that there was a waitlist, said event organizer Holly DeKarske.

“It’s my favorite community event,� said DeKarske, executive director of the Easton Economic Development Corporation. “It’s awesome.�

Easton Town Council members hopped atop an Easton Volunteer Fire Department truck to help lead the parade, while school bands from Easton High, St. Â鶹´«Ã½ Middle High, Easton Middle and White Marsh Elementary played tunes for the crowd.

Many floats and decorations wowed the crowd, including Midshore Veterinary Service’s giant inflatable dog sporting a Christmas hat. The Easton-based veterinarian service was named best commercial float by a panel of four judges.

Shore FC came a close second in the commercial category, DeKarske said. The Neighborhood Service Center won the best nonprofit float award, and the Easton Middle School band was crowned the parade’s best marching band.

DeKarske said given the consistent turnout each year, the parade could expand in the future. Easton EDC is tossing around ideas to increase the number of floats that can participate, she added, which could slightly change the parade route.

She said Saturday’s holiday parade was great as always, and thanked all the participants for their dedication to their floats.

“It takes a lot of time and effort to get that stuff together,� DeKarske said.

Voting for the people’s choice award remains open. To vote for your favorite float from Saturday, visit .