(Minghui.org) The 69th Los Gatos Children’s Christmas/Holidays Parade was held on December 6, 2025. Falun Dafa (Falun Gong) practitioners were invited to participate and were welcomed by spectators and town council members.
Practitioners participate in the Los Gatos Children’s Christmas/Holidays Parade.
The Town of Los Gatos has a population of a little over 30,000, and the parade route was lined with spectators. Although it was a children’s Christmas parade, many adults participated. People celebrated, danced, and sang in anticipation of the holidays.
The Falun Dafa entry included the Tian Guo Marching Band and exercise demonstration team.
The parade moderator introduced Falun Gong: Millions of people around the world practice Falun Dafa. They have a marching band, the Tian Guo Marching Band, and a group of practitioners wearing bright exercise uniforms. Founded in 2007, the Tian Guo Marching Band participates in parades in various locations, playing original compositions and classic American tunes. Their practice is based on Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance. The Tian Guo Marching Band’s performance warms the hearts of the audience and introduces Falun Dafa to the community through their music.
Town Council Members Appreciate Participation
Town Council Member Maria Ristow.
Council member Maria Ristow and her husband participated in the parade. Maria said, “Thank you for participating in the Christmas parade!” She said the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance were perfect and important for everyone.
Town Council Member Rob Rennie (middle), and his family participated in the parade.
Town Council Member Rob Rennie and his family, dressed in festive attire, participated in the parade. Rob said, “Thank you for participating in the parade. I look forward to your team. Thank you for coming.”
Director of the Lions Club of Los Gatos Is Happy to See Falun Gong Practitioners in the Parade
Director Kevin Kelly thanked practitioners for participating in the parade.
Kevin Kelly, the Director of The Lions Club of Los Gatos, said that the club had participated in the parade for more than 60 years, and said he appreciated practitioners for participating, “We are happy to see Falun Dafa practitioners in the parade.”
People Praise Falun Dafa’s Principles
Many people applauded and praised the practitioners’ entry.
Eileen and her daughter
Resident Eileen and her daughter said they liked the practitioners’ entry. Eileen said, “The Falun Gong entry is fantastic. We love watching their performance. They are spectacular. I like the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance, which are great.”
Mariam
Mariam happily applauded practitioners and said, “They are neat, and they’re all moving in sync. That’s fantastic, really great, and I like the principles. They convey a peaceful message. I will learn more about Falun Gong.”
Gina
Gina said, “The Falun Gong entry is amazing. They are incredibly talented. Each word of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance is nice.”
Ms. Kimberly from Vietnam, who is of Chinese descent, said she liked the practitioners’ entry and she took many photos, “I think they’re great. I’m happy to see Chinese and Asian people participating,” she said. “I think the principles are great. We need compassion.”
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