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Parade Day Tips for the Whole Family

Old Glory Journal staff · 4 min read
Families with lawn chairs lining a small-town parade route

A hometown parade is one of the best days of the year. A little planning makes it easy.

Arrive early

The best curbside spots go fast.

Bring chairs and shade

Lawn chairs and a hat make the wait comfortable.

Pack water and snacks

Parades run longer than you think.

Pick a meeting spot

Agree where to meet if anyone gets separated.

Watch the little ones

Keep kids back from the curb when floats pass.

The candy is nice, but the memories are better.