2024 Parade Information

General Parade Information for 2024

Parade Starting time is 1:30pm

Date: Sunday, May 25, 2025

Check-in: 12:00pm at RCCS Parking Lot

Staging: Along 22nd 

Parade Placement will be given upon registration and check in. ALL participants must check in at registration. ALL drivers must sign waiver. 

Length of Parade is approximately 3/4 mile from RCCS to Hanh Park. Walking Groups and Car Clubs are welcome.

Parade Route: From RCCS, 22nd & 101 to 101 & 10th, 10th to Hahn Park War Memorial

Terminus of the Parade: Near the Hahn Park War Memorial. See Map for parking areas and disbanding. We request you  stay for the War Memorial Ceremony at 3pm and enjoy the fourth Memorial Show & Shine. Other events to follow the Memorial Service include Veterans Meet & Greet, Quilts of Honor, Veterans Dinner, and Patriotic Concert

Parade Viewing Locations:  Anywhere along Highway 101 between 22nd and 10th. Dollar General, Mckays, or any others public locations on the Northbound side of the road are good viewing locations. After the Parade passes don't forget to head down to the War Memorial For the Show & Shine and  Memorial Service with the Reading of The Names and paratrooper display.

The above map is current for 2025

Parade Guidelines

Respect & Safety:
  • Celebrate our heroes with respect.
  • Fun is encouraged, but prioritize safety for everyone.
Decorations:
  • Be patriotic and professional with your entry.
  • No political messages.
Participation:
  • Arrive at staging on time (12:30-1:20 pm).
  • Only street-legal vehicles allowed (except pre-approved ATVs).
  • Walkers handing out treats must maintain parade pace.
  • Animals must be well-behaved, cleaned up after, and pre-approved.
  • Follow traffic rules and instructions from parade officials.
  • Participants are liable for any damage caused by their entry.
  • Walking groups and car clubs need pre-approval.
Memorial:
  • Attend the ceremony at Hahn Park to honor veterans.
Additional:
  • Keep noise levels reasonable.
  • No alcohol or drugs allowed during the parade.
  • Dress appropriately.
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