Noel - La Saint Nicolas (3)

On 6 December, in many French towns, there are parades with beautifully decorated floats,  enacting the arrival of Saint Nicholas and his evil companion le Père Fouettard. 
This is a celebration for the whole family.

In one French town called Saint-Nicolas-de-Port, the parade on 6 December leads Saint Nicholas to the Town Hall where the Mayor officially welcomes the saint and gives him 'the key of the city'.  After this ceremony, watched by the families of the town, there is a fireworks display.