🎉 Join Us for Punxsutawney’s 175th Anniversary Parade! 🎉
As we celebrate 175 years of Punxsutawney’s Homegrown Heritage, we invite you to be a part of a very special event!
🚒 Old Home Week Anniversary Parade
📅 Saturday, June 28, 2025
🕓 Parade starts at 4:00 PM
📍 Begins on the west end of town | Check-in at Punxy Plaza (573 W Mahoning St.)
👥 Check-in & Registration:
All parade participants must check in between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM to complete registration, receive line-up numbers, and get final instructions.
👉 All units must register to participate!
🔥 Fire & Rescue Units:
Judging will be conducted at check-in. Contact Chief 100 with questions.
🎭 All Other Units:
Judging will take place along the parade route—main station near McDonald’s (Findley & Mahoning Streets), plus roving judges.
🏆 Awards will be announced at Barclay Square Bandstand after the parade!
✅ Performance Guidelines:
• Max 5-minute performances
• Forward motion must be maintained during performances
🗳 Political Guidelines:
• Current officeholders may display their title (e.g., "Jane Doe, County Coroner")
• No electioneering or campaigning to keep the atmosphere community-focused
🍬 Candy may be handed out along the route!
🚨 Line-up positions may change to ensure a smooth parade flow.
🎶 After the parade, stick around for awards, music, food, and a whole lot of hometown pride at the Old Home Week Festival in Barclay Square!
📩 For more info or to register, contact:
Jessica Smith, Parade Marshal
📞 (814) 952-7262
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Let’s come together to honor 175 years of stories, tradition, and community spirit. We can’t wait to celebrate with you! ❤️
Also check out other Festivals in Punxsutawney.
