The winners of Reading’s Holiday Parade competition have been announced.

The parade showcased a wealth of talent and creativity, according to a release announcing the winners and thanking the participants.

Participants competed in three categories: marching bands, performance and floats.

The following winners were announced:

Best band

• Reading High School Marching Band

• Twin Valley High School Band

• Wyomissing Junior/Senior High School Marching Band

Best performance

• Millersville University Dance Team

• Roxy’s Dance Expressions

• Reading High School Dance Team

Best float

• Reading Area Water Authority

• Arrows Christian Academy

• Rajah Shrine Hospital Services Unit

The city added a special thank you to judges: Todd Migliaccio, vice chancellor and chief academic officer, Penn State Berks; Erica Caceres, advancement communication coordinator, Albright College; and Payton Mentzer, council of trustees, Kutztown University.

City officials commended the winners and all participants for their outstanding contributions to making the parade a success.

“Your dedication and creativity truly brought the holiday spirit to life,” the city said in a release. “Congratulations to all.”