Raleigh's Christmas Parade, presented by Shop Local Raleigh, returns for its 80th year this Saturday, kicking off the holiday season in the Triangle.

Why it matters: A devastating tragedy two years ago -- in which 11-year-old Hailey Brooks, who was dancing in the parade, was fatally hit by a 20-year-old towing a float in a truck -- will still loom large over this year's event, though the city and parade organizers have sought to move forward with care.