Essex Memorial Day Parade

Saturday, May 27, 2023 at 10:00am
gate F of the Champlain Valley Exposition

Our parade theme is: "All Gave Some, Some Gave All"

Parade Route: 
At 10:00am exactly, (be in place no later than 9:30am) parade steps off and leaves gate F of the Champlain Valley Exposition, follows access road to Rte 2A and turns right onto Rte 2A South (Lincoln St), follows Rte 2A south to the Essex Junction 5 corners (where reviewing stand is). Parade turns right at the 5 corners onto Rte 15 West (Pearl St) follows Pearl St to Exposition gate B (by Bouchard Pierce) where they will turn right and continue to the dispersal area. Motor vehicle performers may enter gate B or continue on. Total distance approximately: 1 ½ miles.

Parking:
Parking in and around the parade route is available at Essex High School, Railroad Ave by the Amtrak Station and surrounding areas. However there is no parking on Route 2A or Pearl Street. If you park in Essex Shopping centers by Big Lots it is recommended you stay in sight of your vehicle. There is parade viewing all along the route. 

Banner Carriers

Carry the division banners and sub banners on the parade route.  Teams are welcome to walk as a team and wear thier team shirts  (Ages 12+ please)

Block Captains
Our block captains assure the safety of the crowd by assuring children and spectators stay on the grass and do not run into the road.  

Parade Marshals

​Walk with the divisions, while maintaining the parade lineup and keeping their assigned division information. (adults only please).  You will receive a parade T-Shirt and your name will be entered in a drawing for a prize!

Click here for Parade Participation Application

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