A ceremonial procession is an organized event in which a group of people walk or march in a specific order. It is often used to celebrate special occasions, such as holidays, festivals, or other important events. The term 'CORTEGE' is derived from the French word for 'COURT, ' and it refers to a procession of people, usually led by a person of importance. A PARADE is a similar event, but it typically involves more people and is often accompanied by music and other forms of entertainment. Both corteges and parades are common elements of ceremonial processions.