Only one Santa in parade - by law

There can only be one Santa Clause during the holiday parade in Mount Pleasant - legally.
This Charleston suburb has a Santa clause for its holiday parade that states there may be only one Claus appearing during the annual holiday event.

“It’s kind of confusing to kids when Santa drives by 20 times,” said Su McManus-Frost, the town’s special events coordinator. Traditionally, Santa rides at the end of the parade on a fire truck.



The town’s rule turns on the fine distinction between implying the presence of the old elf and really depicting him.



For instance, a float showing Santa’s workshop with some elves is fine. And people can wear a Santa hat without the white beard, said McManus-Frost.




The one-only Santa rule is written out in large print on entry forms for the nighttime parade which, this year, will be held on Dec. 10.



“We all love seeing Santa in the parade, but we only need one. Please do not put Santa on your float or in the cab. We will ask you to the remove the costume,” the entry form states.