Carolinas Thanksgiving Day Parade! The 62th Carolinas Thanksgiving Day Parade begins at 10 am on Thanksgiving Day! It boasts participation from both Carolinas and touches approximately half a million people from the 22 county metro area. The Carolinas Thanksgiving Day Parade recognizes many talented young people for their achievements and talents! If you feel really ambitious, you can start out the day at the Turkey Trot in Southpark. Mark your calendar for the Waxhaw Christmas parade on Dec. 13th.