This uniquely American event began as a promotional effort by Pasadena’s distinguished Valley Hunt Club. In the winter of 1890, the club members brainstormed ways to promote the “Mediterranean of the West.” They invited their former East Coast neighbors to a mid-winter holiday, where they could watch games such as chariot races, jousting, foot races, polo and tug-of-war under the warm California sun. The abundance of fresh flowers, even in the midst of winter, prompted the club to add another showcase for Pasadena’s charm: a parade would precede the competition, where entrants would decorate their carriages with hundreds of blooms. The Tournament of Roses was born. “In New York, people are buried in snow,” announced Professor Charles F. Holder at a Club ...

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45th Annual St. Patricks Day Parade & Party Delray Beach, Florida, USA 3/15/2013 – 3/16/2013   Description Friday night Siamsa Irish Celebration and International Fire Fighter Tribute St. Pats Parade For our 45th Anniversary we are getting bigger and better. Friday night will be a traditional Irish Celebration. Plan on Irish dancing, live music, bagpipes, beer and corned beef. Performers Killbillies Pipe and Drum Corp And much more… Venue Downtown Delray Beach Directions I95 to Atlantic Avenue exit in Delray Beach and head east! Times Fri, 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm; Sat, 11:00 am – 7:00 pm Admission & Parking FREE/$5 Website (Source) http://www.festivalmanagementgroup.com http://www.facebook.com/SaintPatrickParade Contact for Information 561–279-0907 Email na ...

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March 16, 2013 Fifth Avenue and 44th Street  Manhattan, NY Held on the streets of New York since 1762, the New York City Saint Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival is billed as the oldest and largest parade in the Western Hemisphere. The event is a true spectacle, with more than 150,000 participants marching in the parade and more than 2 million spectators lining the streets of 5th Avenue. A unique aspect of the parade is that all participants are on foot … everyone marches, including civic groups, dignitaries and of course the bands. There are no floats, no motorized vehicles, no balloons. For this reason the committee says marching bands are the most important part of the parade because they set the pace and provide a cadence for the march. Saturday, March 16, 2013 11:00 AM &nbs ...

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St Patricks Day Parade Union, New Jersey, USA 3/16/2013 Description New Jersey’s largest St Patrick’s Day Parade is in Union County and celebrating its 17th year. Magic and tradition come alive in one incredible day featuring dancers, bagpipers, grand floats and over 40,000 smiles. The celebration will also feature a Kids Zone with rides. Venue Parade The parade will step off at 1 p.m. sharp on Saturday, March 16, 2013 on Morris Avenue in Union. Times Parade 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Admission & Parking Free Website (Source) http://unioncountystpatricksdayparade.com/PaddyHistory.html Contact for Information 201- 653-2699 x251 Email UCStPatAdj@yahoo.com Picture Courtesy of http://unioncountystpatricksdayparade.com/PaddyHistory.html  

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SUNDAY, MARCH 17 The 41st Annual Kansas City St. Patrick’s Day Parade The resurrection of this Kansas City legacy did not occur until 1973.  In 1973 a group of friends meeting for a quick (or otherwise) drink and a bit of conversation at Hogerty’s Cocktail Lounge in downtown Kansas City decided a Parade downtown was just what the City needed; and so it began again.  Radio talk show host Mike Murphy, P.R. person Pat O’Neill, SR. and local saloon keeper Dan Hogerty’s brainstorm came alive in Kansas City. When St. Patrick’s Day Sunday, March 17 11:00 am – Start Lasts approximately 2 hours Route Midtown/Westport Broadway Boulevard Begins at Linwood/33rd Street and goes south to 43rd Street Mailing Address KCSPDPC P. O. Box 413673 Kansas City, Missouri 64141 Email Us: http://kcirishparade.c ...

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House Decorating/Porch Party Contest – March 17, 2013: The 2013 Allentown St. Patrick’s Parade Committee, Inc. has designed a house decorating/ porch party contest to be judged the day of the Parade. Prizes will be awarded to the “best porch party” and “best decorated house” along the Parade route. The Parade route will form at the fairgrounds track near the Liberty and Seventeenth Streets gate (Main Gate vicinity). The Parade will proceed west on Liberty, turn north on 19th Street, west on Tilghman to 25th Street, south on 25th Street to Liberty Street, then east on Liberty Street and disband at the Fairgrounds 19th Street gate. All homes along the Parade route are encouraged to participate. Prizes will be awarded immediately upon conclusion of the Parade. West End Parade Route Business D ...

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Cinco de Mayo Parade New York, New York, USA 5/19/2013 Description The Mexican American community celebrates CINCO DE MAYO – (May 5th.)as their independence Day with colorful costumes, mareachi bands, dancers, on the upper Central Park west side. A great opportunity for branding, sampling and distributing promotional materials, at a low cost with high gains. Performers Assorted Mexican performers, marching bands and dance groups from the community a colorful arrangements for the family to enjoy their heritage along with corporate America Venue Central Park West & 110th. Street to 97th. Street Directions West Side Highway to 96th. Street Exit – Parking Lots & Street Parking within the area. Times 12:00 pm – to 3:00 pm Admission & Parking Open to the public. Web ...

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National Puerto Rican Parade Heritage Awards Bronx, New York, USA 5/23/2013 Description The Sunday Parade along Fifth Avenue is the highlight of the National Puerto Rican Parade events.  Parade participants number over 2 million and parade spectators exceed 3 million.  There is extensive media coverage by way of live and delayed telecast on English and Spanish television, and live radio coverage.  There is an impressive number of community contingencies, floats, marching bands, and musical groups which provide a festive and lively mood to the Parade. For more information, see website! www.galoscorp.com Performers Variety of guest artists TBD, according to parade event Venue Marina Del Rey Directions 1 Marina Dr, Bronx, NY 10465 Major Degan to Cross Bronx. East Tremont Ave going east to the ...

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National Puerto Rican Day Parade New York City, New York, USA 6/9/2013 Description In celebration of their community, country and culture, more than 80,000 Puerto Ricans march up Fifth Avenue from 44th to 86th Streets in Manhattan as part of the annual National Puerto Rican Day Parade. Lively doesn’t even begin to describe this event, which welcomes nearly three million spectators every year and includes energetic musical performances, floats and a host of Puerto Rican celebrities. For more information, visit Performers Recent participants have included Marc Antony, Ricky Martin, Jose Felicano, Jennifer Lopez, Fat Joe, Puff Daddy, La India,. The top Puerto Rican performers and personalities are proud to participate in the parade.(2,8 Million Spectators,150,000 participants, 12 Million nati ...

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Columbus Day Parade The Columbus Day Parade has been organized by the Columbus Citizens Foundation in New York since 1929. Over 35,000 people participate in the Columbus Day Parade in New York City each year, including over 100 groups, with bands, floats and contingents. The parade attracts nearly one million spectators and is the largest celebration of Italian-American culture in the world. The Columbus Day Parade takes place on the second Monday in October. When: The Columbus Day Parade will take place on Monday, October 14, 2013 Where: The Columbus Day Parade begins on Fifth Avenue at 44th Street and continues north along Fifth Avenue to 72nd Street. The grandstands will be located on Fifth Avenue between 67th and 69th Streets. Times: Begins at 9:30 A.M Admission: Free Contact Info: 212 ...

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